How To Fix DO348 - Long key word in language &: length & > maximum length &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 348

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

What causes this issue?

The long keyword of the data element is too long in the specified
language. Probably the length of the translation of the long keyword
exceeds the length specified in the original language when the data
element was created.

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 keyword of the
data element or reduce the size of the long keyword in the specified
language.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DO348 - Long key word in language &: length & > maximum length & ?

  The SAP error message DO348 indicates that a long keyword in a specific language exceeds the maximum allowed length. This typically occurs in the context of text elements, such as those found in SAP's ABAP programs, where certain identifiers or keywords are subject to length restrictions.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A keyword or identifier (like a variable name, field name, or text element) exceeds the maximum length defined by SAP for that specific context.
  The language specified in the error message is not supported or is incorrectly defined.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DO348 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Long Keyword: Check the specific keyword or identifier mentioned in the error message. You may need to look at the code or configuration where the error is occurring.
  
  
  Shorten the Keyword: Modify the keyword or identifier to ensure it adheres to the maximum length restrictions. The maximum length for identifiers in ABAP is typically 30 characters.
  
  
  Check Language Settings: Ensure that the language specified is valid and supported by your SAP system. If the language is not required, consider using a different one or removing it.
  
  
  Review Text Elements: If the error is related to text elements (like texts for messages, labels, etc.), ensure that the text does not exceed the allowed length for that specific language.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or the ABAP programming guidelines for specific length restrictions and best practices.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the program or configuration to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Maximum Lengths: Different types of identifiers and text elements have different maximum lengths. For example, field names, variable names, and message texts may have different restrictions.
  Language Support: SAP supports multiple languages, and each may have its own set of rules regarding text lengths and identifiers.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error, as there may be known issues or fixes provided by SAP.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.