How To Fix GT293 - Statement exceeds currently allowed maximum length by & (& characters)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GT - Database utilities

• Message number: 293

• Message text: Statement exceeds currently allowed maximum length by & (& characters)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GT293 - Statement exceeds currently allowed maximum length by & (& characters) ?

  The SAP error message GT293 indicates that a statement in your ABAP program exceeds the maximum allowed length. This typically occurs when you are trying to define a string or a statement that is longer than the system's limit, which is usually 72 characters for a single line of code in older versions of ABAP, and up to 1333 characters in newer versions for certain statements.
  Cause:
  
  Long Statements: The most common cause is that you have a single line of code that is too long, such as a long SELECT statement, a long string concatenation, or a lengthy calculation.
  Concatenation: If you are concatenating multiple strings or variables into a single statement, it may exceed the maximum length.
  Code Formatting: Sometimes, the way the code is formatted can lead to longer lines, especially if you are not using line breaks effectively.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Break Down the Statement: Split the long statement into multiple shorter statements. For example, if you have a long SELECT statement, consider breaking it into smaller parts or using temporary variables.
  DATA: lv_query TYPE string.
  lv_query = 'SELECT * FROM table WHERE condition1 AND condition2 AND condition3'.
  " Break it down if it exceeds the limit
  
  
  Use String Literals: If you are working with long strings, consider using string literals or concatenating them in smaller parts.
  DATA: lv_long_string TYPE string.
  lv_long_string = 'Part 1 of the string' && ' Part 2 of the string'.
  
  
  Check for Unnecessary Code: Review your code for any unnecessary complexity or redundancy that can be simplified.
  
  
  Use ABAP 7.40 or Higher: If you are using an older version of ABAP, consider upgrading to a newer version that allows for longer statements.
  
  
  Review the Code for Best Practices: Follow best practices for writing ABAP code, which often includes keeping lines of code within a reasonable length for readability and maintainability.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Syntax: Familiarize yourself with ABAP syntax rules and limitations regarding line lengths.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific updates or patches related to this error message.
  Debugging: Use the ABAP debugger to step through your code and identify where the long statement is being generated.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GT293 error and improve the maintainability of your ABAP code.