How To Fix LQ308 - & exceeds the permitted length; enter a shorter name


LQ308 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: LQ - Proposal Pool Management

  • Message number: 308

  • Message text: & exceeds the permitted length; enter a shorter name

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LQ308 - & exceeds the permitted length; enter a shorter name ?
    The SAP error message LQ308 indicates that a name or identifier you are trying to enter exceeds the permitted length for that field. This typically occurs in various contexts within SAP, such as when creating or modifying master data, transaction codes, or other entries where character limits are enforced.
    
    Cause: The error is triggered when the input exceeds the maximum character limit defined for that specific field. Each field in SAP has a predefined length, and if the input exceeds this length, the system will not accept it and will generate the error message LQ308.
    Solution: To resolve this error, you should: Check Field Length: Identify the field where the error occurred and check the maximum allowed length for that field. This information can often be found in the SAP documentation or by looking at the field properties in the relevant transaction. Shorten the Input: Modify your input to ensure it is within the allowed character

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