How To Fix SAP_NWBC009 - A code line exceeds the maximum length

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAP_NWBC - NWBC Messages

• Message number: 009

• Message text: A code line exceeds the maximum length

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAP_NWBC009 - A code line exceeds the maximum length ?

  The SAP error message SAP_NWBC009 indicates that a code line in your ABAP program exceeds the maximum allowed length. In ABAP, the maximum length for a single line of code is typically 72 characters for standard ABAP statements, and up to 255 characters for certain statements when using the newer ABAP syntax.
  Cause:
  
  
  Exceeding Line Length: The most common cause of this error is that a line of code has more characters than the allowed limit. This can happen when:
  
  A single statement is too long.
  A concatenation of strings or data is improperly formatted.
  Comments or annotations are too lengthy.
  
  
  
  Improper Formatting: Sometimes, the way the code is structured can lead to exceeding the line length, especially if there are long variable names or extensive inline comments.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Break Down Long Lines: If you have a long line of code, consider breaking it into multiple lines. You can do this by:
  
  Using the & operator to concatenate strings or variables across multiple lines.
  Splitting complex statements into simpler, smaller statements.
  
  Example:
  DATA: lv_long_string TYPE string.
  lv_long_string = 'This is a very long string that exceeds the maximum length allowed in a single line of code.'.
  Can be split into:
  DATA: lv_long_string TYPE string.
  lv_long_string = 'This is a very long string that ' &&
                   'exceeds the maximum length allowed ' &&
                   'in a single line of code.'.
  
  
  Review Comments: If comments are causing the line to exceed the limit, consider shortening them or placing them on separate lines.
  
  
  Use New ABAP Syntax: If you are using an older version of ABAP, consider using the newer syntax features that allow for longer lines or better formatting.
  
  
  Check for Concatenation: If you are concatenating multiple strings or variables, ensure that the total length does not exceed the limit.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Line Length Limits: Familiarize yourself with the line length limits in ABAP. The standard limit is 72 characters for most statements, but certain constructs allow for longer lines.
  ABAP Editor: Use the ABAP editor (SE38 or SE80) to check for syntax errors and warnings that may indicate where the line length is being exceeded.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for guidelines on writing ABAP code and best practices for maintaining readability and compliance with line length restrictions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SAP_NWBC009 error and ensure your ABAP code adheres to the required standards.