How To Fix FPCHKACC017 - &1&2&3&4 Chars used for drawing lines

FPCHKACC017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FPCHKACC - Usability messages for FP internal use only

• Message number: 017

• Message text: &1&2&3&4 Chars used for drawing lines

What causes this issue?

[0017] Use the appropriate controls for drawing graphical objects; in
particular, never use a sequence of line chars ("-" or "_") to draw a
line.

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?

Replace the lines drawn with sequences of "-" or "_" with line or
rectangle objects, or use the "border" option of Subforms and fields.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FPCHKACC017 - &1&2&3&4 Chars used for drawing lines ?

  The SAP error message FPCHKACC017 typically relates to issues with the formatting or structure of data in the context of financial accounting, particularly when dealing with line items in documents. The message indicates that there are too many characters being used for drawing lines, which can occur in various scenarios, such as when generating reports or processing financial documents.
  
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Character Limit: The error usually arises when the number of characters used in a specific field exceeds the allowed limit. This can happen in custom reports, forms, or layouts where line items are being displayed.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the layout settings or the report design that leads to excessive character usage.
  Data Entry Issues: Sometimes, the data being entered into the system may inadvertently contain excessive characters or formatting that is not compliant with the expected structure.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Lengths: Review the field lengths in the relevant data structure