How To Fix GS258 - Operand & is too long

GS258 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GS - Sets

• Message number: 258

• Message text: Operand & is too long

What causes this issue?

You have tried to use an operand that is more than eight characters
long in a formula. However, operands may not exceed eight characters.

System Response

The system rejects the formula.

How to fix this error?

Correct the formula.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GS258 - Operand & is too long ?

  The SAP error message GS258 "Operand & is too long" typically occurs when a string or operand exceeds the maximum length allowed in a particular context, such as in a program, function module, or data structure. This error can arise in various scenarios, including ABAP programming, data processing, or when working with certain SAP transactions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Length Limits: The operand (variable, field, or string) you are trying to use exceeds the defined length limit. For example, if you are trying to assign a string that is longer than the maximum length defined for a field in a database table or structure.
  Data Type Mismatch: Using a data type that does not support the length of the data being processed.
  Concatenation Issues: When concatenating strings, the resulting string may exceed the maximum length allowed for the target variable.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Length: Review the length of the operand you are trying to use. Ensure that it