How To Fix R9E981 - Text for '&1' '&2' is greater than 60 chars; will be truncated on saving

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R9E - Error Messages for Query Designer .NET

• Message number: 981

• Message text: Text for '&1' '&2' is greater than 60 chars; will be truncated on saving

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R9E981 - Text for '&1' '&2' is greater than 60 chars; will be truncated on saving ?

  The SAP error message R9E981 indicates that a text field in your SAP system is attempting to store a string that exceeds the maximum allowed length of 60 characters. This typically occurs in scenarios where you are trying to save a long text description or note in a field that has a character limit.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You are entering or importing text data that exceeds the 60-character limit for a specific field.
  The system is set to truncate the text to fit the field, but it raises a warning or error to inform you that the text will be cut off.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Field Length: Identify the specific field that is causing the error. Review the field's documentation or data dictionary to confirm its maximum character limit.
  
  
  Shorten Text: If you have control over the text being entered, reduce the length of the text to 60 characters or fewer. This may involve summarizing the information or using abbreviations.
  
  
  Use Alternative Fields: If the information is essential and cannot be shortened, consider using a different field that allows for a longer text entry. Some SAP modules have fields designed for longer text entries (e.g., long text fields).
  
  
  Custom Development: If the limitation is a significant issue for your business processes, you may need to consider custom development. This could involve creating a custom field with a larger character limit or modifying existing fields (if feasible).
  
  
  Data Import/Upload: If you are importing data (e.g., via LSMW, BAPIs, or other data upload methods), ensure that the source data is pre-validated to conform to the character limits of the target fields.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, SAP provides solutions or workarounds for specific issues.
  Field Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific module or transaction you are working with to understand the limitations and best practices for text entries.
  User Training: Ensure that users entering data are aware of the character limits and provide training on how to effectively summarize or abbreviate text.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the R9E981 error and ensure that your text entries comply with the system's requirements.