How To Fix ICA93002 - CONCATENATE Function

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICA93 - ICA Document Converter Field Function Long Text Messages

• Message number: 002

• Message text: CONCATENATE Function

Concatenates the values of the field 1 and the field 2 using the
separator.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How can this happen?

The <LS>SGTXT</> (<LS>Item Text)</> field is set to <LS>CONCATENATE
(ZUONR, PRCTR, '/')</>. Value of <LS>ZUONR</> is 'O1000140', value of
<LS>PRCTR</> is 'PC001'. Then the value 'O1000140/PC001' is returned.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICA93002 - CONCATENATE Function ?

  The SAP error message ICA93002 related to the CONCATENATE function typically indicates that there is an issue with the way the CONCATENATE function is being used in your ABAP code. This error can arise due to various reasons, such as incorrect syntax, data type mismatches, or issues with the variables being concatenated.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Syntax: The CONCATENATE statement may not be properly formatted.
  Data Type Mismatch: The variables being concatenated may not be of compatible data types.
  Uninitialized Variables: One or more of the variables being concatenated may not have been initialized or may contain invalid data.
  Exceeding Length Limits: The resulting string may exceed the maximum length allowed for a string in ABAP.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Syntax: Ensure that the CONCATENATE statement is correctly written. The basic syntax is:
  CONCATENATE <string1> <string2> ... INTO <result_string>.
  Make sure to use the INTO clause correctly.
  
  
  Verify Data Types: Ensure that all variables being concatenated are of compatible types. If necessary, convert them to a common type (e.g., all to string).
  
  
  Initialize Variables: Make sure that all variables being concatenated are initialized. You can use the CLEAR statement to initialize them if needed.
  
  
  Check Lengths: Ensure that the resulting string does not exceed the maximum length. If it does, consider using a different approach, such as using a string table or handling the concatenation in smaller parts.
  
  
  Use String Templates: If you are using newer versions of ABAP, consider using string templates or the CONCATENATE operator (&&) for better readability and functionality.
  
  
  Example:
  Here’s a simple example of how to use the CONCATENATE function correctly:
  DATA: lv_string1 TYPE string,
        lv_string2 TYPE string,
        lv_result  TYPE string.
  
  lv_string1 = 'Hello'.
  lv_string2 = 'World'.
  
  CONCATENATE lv_string1 lv_string2 INTO lv_result SEPARATED BY space.
  
  WRITE: / lv_result.  " Output: Hello World
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP ABAP documentation for detailed information on the CONCATENATE statement and its usage.
  Debugging: Use the ABAP debugger to step through your code and inspect the values of the variables being concatenated.
  SAP Community: Check forums and community discussions for similar issues and solutions shared by other developers.
  
  If you continue to experience issues, consider providing the specific code snippet that is causing the error for more targeted assistance.