How To Fix OO680 - The line &1 exceeds 255 characters. Source code cannot be saved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OO - Class Builder/API

• Message number: 680

• Message text: The line &1 exceeds 255 characters. Source code cannot be saved

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OO680 - The line &1 exceeds 255 characters. Source code cannot be saved ?

  The SAP error message OO680 indicates that a line of code in your ABAP program exceeds the maximum allowed length of 255 characters. This is a common issue when writing long lines of code, especially when concatenating strings or defining long statements.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the ABAP programming language has a limitation on the length of a single line of code. When you try to save a line that exceeds this limit, SAP throws the OO680 error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Break Long Lines: If you have a long line of code, consider breaking it into multiple lines. You can do this by using the concatenation operator (&&) for strings or by splitting complex statements into simpler parts.
  Example:
  DATA(lv_long_string) = 'This is a very long string that exceeds the limit of 255 characters. '
                         && 'You can continue the string on the next line using the concatenation operator.';
  
  
  Use Internal Tables: If you are working with long data, consider using internal tables to store data in smaller chunks.
  
  
  Refactor Code: If the line is part of a larger logic, consider refactoring your code to make it more modular. This can help in reducing the length of individual lines.
  
  
  Check for Unnecessary Concatenation: Sometimes, unnecessary concatenation can lead to long lines. Review your code to see if you can simplify it.
  
  
  Use Constants: If you are using long strings repeatedly, consider defining them as constants or using text elements.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Line Length Limit: The maximum line length in ABAP is 255 characters. This includes all characters in the line, including spaces and punctuation.
  Code Formatting: Properly formatting your code not only helps in avoiding this error but also improves readability and maintainability.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or specific guidelines related to your version of SAP, as there may be additional recommendations or best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the OO680 error and successfully save your ABAP code.