How To Fix OO650 - You can only edit sections using the default line length (255)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OO - Class Builder/API

• Message number: 650

• Message text: You can only edit sections using the default line length (255)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OO650 - You can only edit sections using the default line length (255) ?

  The SAP error message OO650, which states "You can only edit sections using the default line length (255)," typically occurs when you are trying to edit a section of a document or a report in SAP that exceeds the default line length of 255 characters. This limitation is often encountered in contexts such as SAPscript, Smart Forms, or other text-editing scenarios within SAP.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by attempting to edit or manipulate text that exceeds the maximum allowed length for a single line in the SAP text editor. The default line length for many SAP text elements is set to 255 characters, and if your text exceeds this limit, the system will prevent you from making edits.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Shorten the Text: If possible, reduce the length of the text you are trying to edit to fit within the 255-character limit. This may involve