How To Fix SBD_MESSAGES032 - Length addition for predefined ABAP types is limited to 6 digits

SBD_MESSAGES032 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SBD_MESSAGES - Messages for source based DDIC

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Length addition for predefined ABAP types is limited to 6 digits

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SBD_MESSAGES032 - Length addition for predefined ABAP types is limited to 6 digits ?

  The SAP error message SBD_MESSAGES032 indicates that there is an issue with the length addition for predefined ABAP types, which is limited to 6 digits. This typically occurs when you are trying to define a data object with a length that exceeds the maximum allowable limit for certain data types in ABAP.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by attempting to define a data type or structure with a length that exceeds the maximum limit of 6 digits (i.e., 999999). This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Defining a field in a database table or structure with a length greater than 999999.
  Using a predefined ABAP type (like CHAR, NUMC, etc.) and trying to assign a length that exceeds the limit.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Length: Review the data definitions in your ABAP program or data dictionary. Ensure that the lengths of fields or structures do not exceed