How To Fix SADL_GEN_DRFT_MSG201 - Field name &1 for object &2 is too long (&3).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SADL_GEN_DRFT_MSG - Message for Draft generation

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Field name &1 for object &2 is too long (&3).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SADL_GEN_DRFT_MSG201 - Field name &1 for object &2 is too long (&3). ?

  The SAP error message SADL_GEN_DRFT_MSG201 indicates that a field name for a specific object exceeds the maximum allowed length. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP ABAP programming environment, particularly when working with the SAP Data Access Layer (SADL) or when generating draft objects.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  A field name defined in the data model or in the context of a draft object exceeds the maximum length allowed by SAP. 
  The maximum length for field names in SAP is generally 30 characters, and if a field name exceeds this limit, the system will raise this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Field Names: Review the field names defined in your data model or draft object. Ensure that none of the field names exceed the 30-character limit.
  
  
  Rename Fields: If you find any field names that are too long, consider renaming them to shorter, more concise names that still convey the necessary meaning.
  
  
  Adjust Data Model: If the field names are generated from a data model, you may need to adjust the model to ensure that the generated field names comply with the length restrictions.
  
  
  Regenerate Objects: After making changes to the field names, regenerate the relevant objects or drafts to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the naming conventions or limits, refer to the SAP documentation or guidelines for naming conventions in your specific version of SAP.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Development Guidelines: Familiarize yourself with SAP's development guidelines regarding naming conventions and best practices to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SADL_GEN_DRFT_MSG201 error and ensure that your field names comply with SAP's length restrictions.