How To Fix SIT2_DESIGN_TIME032 - Enter a situation title with up to 40 characters. A variable counts as 4.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIT2_DESIGN_TIME - Situation Handling Design Time Messages

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Enter a situation title with up to 40 characters. A variable counts as 4.

Each variable that you enter, regardless of its length, is counted as 4
characters.
&Example&
Expiration of Central Purchase Contract
39 characters -> No error message
Expiration of Purchase Contract {ACTIVEPURCHASINGDOCUMENT}
31 characters + 4 for the variable = 35 characters -> No error message
Expiration of Central Purchase Contract {ACTIVEPURCHASINGDOCUMENT}
39 characters + 4 for the variable = 43 characters -> Error message
&Procedure&
Please enter a title with 40 characters or less.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIT2_DESIGN_TIME032 - Enter a situation title with up to 40 characters. A variable counts as 4. ?

  The SAP error message SIT2_DESIGN_TIME032 indicates that there is an issue with the title of a situation you are trying to create or modify in the SAP system. Specifically, the error message states that the title must be up to 40 characters long, and that certain variables in the title count as 4 characters each.
  Cause:
  
  Title Length Exceeded: The title you have entered exceeds the maximum allowed length of 40 characters.
  Variable Count: If you are using variables in the title, each variable counts as 4 characters towards the total character limit. This means that even if the visible characters are fewer than 40, the inclusion of variables may push the total count over the limit.
  
  Solution:
  
  Shorten the Title: Review the title you have entered and ensure that it does not exceed 40 characters in total, taking into account the character count of any variables included.
  Check Variable Usage: If you are using variables, consider reducing the number of variables or using shorter variable names to stay within the character limit.
  Edit and Retry: After making the necessary adjustments, try saving or submitting the situation again.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Character Count: Be mindful of how variables are counted in the character limit. If you are unsure how many characters your title currently has, you can use a character counting tool or simply count them manually.
  SAP Documentation: For more detailed information on creating situations and the specific requirements for titles, refer to the official SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific module you are working with.
  User Forums: If you continue to experience issues, consider checking SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully create or modify your situation in SAP.