How To Fix S7501 - Program templates exceed maximum line length

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S7 - Runtime Analysis: Message Texts

• Message number: 501

• Message text: Program templates exceed maximum line length

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S7501 - Program templates exceed maximum line length ?

  The SAP error message S7501, which states "Program templates exceed maximum line length," typically occurs when you are working with ABAP programs or templates that exceed the allowed line length limit set by the SAP system. This limit is usually 72 characters for source code lines in ABAP.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Line Length: The primary cause of this error is that one or more lines of code in your ABAP program or template exceed the maximum allowed length.
  Concatenation Issues: If you are trying to concatenate strings or data in a way that results in a line being too long, this can trigger the error.
  Code Formatting: Sometimes, the way the code is formatted or structured can lead to longer lines, especially if there are long variable names or comments.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Break Long Lines: Review the code and break any long lines into shorter ones. You can do this by:
  
  Splitting long strings into multiple shorter strings.
  Using concatenation to combine shorter strings.
  Refactoring the code to reduce line length.
  
  For example:
  DATA(lv_long_string) = 'This is a very long string that exceeds the maximum line length allowed in ABAP programming.'.
  can be split into:
  DATA(lv_long_string) = 'This is a very long string ' &&
                         'that exceeds the maximum line length ' &&
                         'allowed in ABAP programming.'.
  
  
  Check Comments: If you have long comments, consider breaking them into multiple lines or summarizing them.
  
  
  Use ABAP Editor Features: Utilize the features of the ABAP editor (SE38 or SE80) to help identify and correct long lines. The editor may highlight lines that exceed the limit.
  
  
  Review Code Templates: If you are using templates, ensure that they are not generating code that exceeds the line length limit.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Line Length Limit: The maximum line length for ABAP source code is typically 72 characters. Lines longer than this will cause errors.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or specific guidance related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be patches or updates that address related issues.
  Best Practices: Follow best practices for ABAP coding, such as keeping lines concise, using meaningful variable names, and maintaining clear and readable code.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after making these adjustments, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.