How To Fix DDLS400 - Function &(&) can only be used for columns of even length

DDLS400 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DDLS - For DDL source handling

• Message number: 400

• Message text: Function &(&) can only be used for columns of even length

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DDLS400 - Details

• The SAP error message DDLS400 indicates that there is an issue with the use of the function &(&) in a Data Definition Language (DDL) statement, specifically when it is applied to columns that do not meet the required length criteria. This error typically arises in the context of database table definitions or modifications.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the function &(&) is designed to work only with columns that have an even length. If you attempt to use this function on a column with an odd length, SAP will raise the DDLS400 error. This is often seen in scenarios involving data types like CHAR, VARCHAR, or similar where the length of the column is critical.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DDLS400 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Column Lengths: Review the lengths of the columns in your DDL statement. Ensure that any column you are applying the &(&) function to has an even length.
  
  
  Modify