How To Fix GB017 - String is truncated '&'

GB017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 017

• Message text: String is truncated '&'

What causes this issue?

This is an internal programming error caused when a field is full.

System Response

The string is truncated.

How to fix this error?

Check the code consistency of the code that has been generated.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

GB017 - Details

• The SAP error message GB017, which states "String is truncated '&'", typically occurs when a string value being processed exceeds the maximum length allowed for a particular field in the SAP system. This can happen in various contexts, such as when entering data in a transaction, uploading data via a program, or during data processing in reports.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Length Exceeded: The most common cause is that the input string exceeds the defined length of the target field in the database or the program.
  Data Uploads: When uploading data from external sources (like Excel or CSV files), if the data in a column exceeds the defined length in the SAP table, this error can occur.
  Custom Programs: If you are using custom ABAP programs, the error may arise from hardcoded lengths or incorrect data handling.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Lengths: Review the field definitions in the relevant SAP table or structure to determine the maximum allowed length.