How To Fix GB003 - Statement contains too many individual elements


GB003 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: GB - Messages used by the Boolean code generator

  • Message number: 003

  • Message text: Statement contains too many individual elements

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  • What causes this issue?

    The expression that you have declared contains too many parts.

    System Response

    The code generation is aborted.

    How to fix this error?

    Simplify your expression by using subrules.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


GB003 - Details

  • The SAP error message GB003, which states "Statement contains too many individual elements," typically occurs when a statement in an ABAP program exceeds the maximum number of individual elements allowed. This can happen in various contexts, such as when defining internal tables, structures, or when using certain statements that have limits on the number of fields or elements they can handle.
    
    Cause: Exceeding Limits: The error is usually triggered when the number of fields in a data structure, internal table, or a SELECT statement exceeds the predefined limits set by SAP. Complex Data Structures: If you are trying to process a complex data structure with too many fields or elements, it can lead to this error. Large SELECT Statements: When using SELECT statements that retrieve too many columns from a database table, this error can occur.
    Solution: Reduce the Number of Elements: Review the statement or data structure that is causing the error and try to

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