How To Fix DO312 - Long key word in languages &: length > maximum length &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DO - Dictionary: Mass activation of domains and data elements

• Message number: 312

• Message text: Long key word in languages &: length > maximum length &

What causes this issue?

The long key word of the data element is too long in the defined
languages. Probably the length of the translation of the long key word
in these languages exceeds the length specified in the original
langauge when creating this data element.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Increase the maximum length (field Lg) of the long key word of the data
element.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DO312 - Long key word in languages &: length > maximum length & ?

  The SAP error message DO312 indicates that there is a long key word in a specific language that exceeds the maximum allowed length. This typically occurs in the context of text elements, such as those found in SAP's development environment (ABAP) or when dealing with translations in various languages.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A key word (such as a text element, variable name, or identifier) exceeds the maximum length allowed by SAP for that specific field or context.
  This can happen during the creation or modification of text elements, where the length of the key word surpasses the defined limit.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DO312 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Long Key Word: Check the specific key word mentioned in the error message. It will usually indicate which key word is too long and in which language.
  
  
  Shorten the Key Word: Modify the key word to ensure it adheres to the maximum length restrictions. This may involve:
  
  Renaming variables or identifiers to shorter versions.
  Reducing the length of text elements or descriptions.
  
  
  
  Check Language-Specific Settings: If the error is related to translations, ensure that the translations do not exceed the maximum length for the target language.
  
  
  Review SAP Documentation: Consult the SAP documentation for the specific maximum length allowed for key words in the context you are working with. This can vary based on the type of object (e.g., data elements, domains, etc.).
  
  
  Test Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, test the changes to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Maximum Lengths: Different types of objects in SAP have different maximum lengths. For example, variable names typically have a limit of 30 characters, while text elements may have different limits based on their context.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or updates related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common issues.
  Development Environment: If you are working in the ABAP development environment, ensure that you are following best practices for naming conventions and text element management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DO312 error and prevent it from occurring in the future.