How To Fix SABAP_DOC119 - Shorttext must not exceed &2 characters. It consists of &1 characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SABAP_DOC - ABAP Doc messages

• Message number: 119

• Message text: Shorttext must not exceed &2 characters. It consists of &1 characters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SABAP_DOC119 - Shorttext must not exceed &2 characters. It consists of &1 characters ?

  The SAP error message SABAP_DOC119 indicates that a short text field in your SAP system has exceeded the maximum allowed character limit. The message specifies that the short text must not exceed a certain number of characters (denoted as &2), but the current input consists of a different number of characters (denoted as &1).
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  You are trying to enter a short text description (for example, in a field for a document, material, or other objects) that exceeds the defined character limit.
  The system has a predefined limit for short text fields, which is often set to a specific number of characters (e.g., 40, 50, etc.), depending on the context.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Character Limit: Identify the maximum character limit for the specific field you are trying to fill. This information can usually be found in the SAP documentation or by checking the field properties in the relevant transaction.
  
  
  Shorten the Text: Modify the text you are trying to enter so that it does not exceed the allowed character limit. This may involve:
  
  Removing unnecessary words or phrases.
  Using abbreviations where possible.
  Summarizing the content to fit within the limit.
  
  
  
  Validation: After making the changes, re-enter the text and validate to ensure that it now complies with the character limit.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Field Lengths: Different fields in SAP have different maximum lengths. Always refer to the specific field documentation or data dictionary (transaction SE11) to understand the limits.
  SAP Notes: If you encounter this error frequently or in unexpected scenarios, check SAP Notes for any related issues or updates that might address the problem.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the character limits for various fields to prevent this error from occurring in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SABAP_DOC119 error and successfully enter the required short text.