How To Fix SE701 - Sum of text module lengths may not exceed 18

SE701 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SE - Dienstleistungen Stammdaten Leistungsposition

• Message number: 701

• Message text: Sum of text module lengths may not exceed 18

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SE701 - Sum of text module lengths may not exceed 18 ?

  The SAP error message SE701, which states "Sum of text module lengths may not exceed 18," typically occurs when you are working with text modules in SAPscript or Smart Forms. This error indicates that the total length of the text modules you are trying to use exceeds the allowed limit of 18 characters.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the fact that SAP has a limitation on the total length of text modules that can be referenced in a single text element. Each text module can have a maximum length, and when you try to combine multiple text modules, their total length must not exceed 18 characters.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Reduce Text Module Lengths: Check the text modules you are using and see if you can shorten their names or the content they reference. Ensure that the combined length of the text modules does not exceed 18