How To Fix PV624 - Text key will be shortened to &1 characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PV - Training and Event Management

• Message number: 624

• Message text: Text key will be shortened to &1 characters

What causes this issue?

The text key you entered is too long.

System Response

The text key will be shortened to the maximum allowed length.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PV624 - Text key will be shortened to &1 characters ?

  The SAP error message PV624, which states "Text key will be shortened to &1 characters," typically occurs when the length of a text key exceeds the maximum allowed length defined in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as when dealing with text elements in master data, transaction data, or configuration settings.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the text key you are trying to use exceeds the character limit set by SAP for that specific field. For example, if the maximum length for a text key is 30 characters and you attempt to enter a key that is 35 characters long, SAP will truncate the key to fit the allowed length, which triggers this warning message.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Length of the Text Key: Review the text key you are trying to enter and ensure it does not exceed