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How To Fix GB516 - Concatenation not possible: Insufficient space


GB516 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

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

  • Message number: 516

  • Message text: Concatenation not possible: Insufficient space

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  • What causes this issue?

    You tried to link a line with the one following by using the
    "Concatenate" function. However, a line created in this way would be
    too long for the Formula Builder (72 columns maximum).

    System Response

    The operation was terminated.

    How to fix this error?

    To concatenate a line with the one following, you must first place the
    cursor on a suitable place in the following line and split it by
    pressing the "Enter" key to reduce its length.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


GB516 - Details

  • The SAP error message GB516, which states "Concatenation not possible: Insufficient space," typically occurs when there is an attempt to concatenate strings or data elements in a way that exceeds the allocated memory or buffer size. This can happen in various contexts, such as during data processing, report generation, or when manipulating strings in ABAP programs.
    Causes:
    
    Buffer Size Limitations: The target variable or buffer where the concatenated result is being stored does not have enough space to hold the resulting string.
    Data Type Mismatch: The data types of the variables being concatenated may not be compatible, leading to issues when trying to combine them.
    Large Data Volume: Attempting to concatenate large amounts of data or long strings can exceed the maximum length allowed for the target variable.
    Incorrect Length Definitions: The length of the target variable may not have been defined correctly, leading to insufficient space for the concatenated result.
    
    Solutions:
    
    
    Increase Buffer Size: Ensure that

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