How To Fix HRPADRU_COMMON_REPS508 - Length of file name '&' on application server is more than 60 characters

HRPADRU_COMMON_REPS508 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADRU_COMMON_REPS - HR-RU: message class for common process of HR RU reports

• Message number: 508

• Message text: Length of file name '&' on application server is more than 60 characters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADRU_COMMON_REPS508 - Length of file name '&' on application server is more than 60 characters ?

  The SAP error message HRPADRU_COMMON_REPS508 indicates that the length of a file name on the application server exceeds the maximum allowed limit of 60 characters. This error typically occurs when you are trying to generate or process a file (such as a report or data export) and the file name you have specified is too long.
  
  Cause:
  
  File Name Length: The primary cause of this error is that the file name you are trying to use exceeds the 60-character limit imposed by the SAP application server.
  
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the configuration settings for file naming conventions may not be properly set, leading to longer file names than expected.
  Dynamic File Naming: If the file name is generated dynamically (e.g., including timestamps, user IDs, etc.), it may inadvertently exceed the character limit.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Shorten the File Name: Modify the file name to ensure it is 60 characters or fewer. This can be done by:
  
  Reducing the length of