How To Fix SN001 - Short text can only consist of one line with no more than 72 characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SN - ABAP/4 dump analysis messages

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Short text can only consist of one line with no more than 72 characters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SN001 - Short text can only consist of one line with no more than 72 characters ?

  The SAP error message SN001 indicates that the short text you are trying to enter in a particular field exceeds the allowed character limit. Specifically, the short text can only consist of one line with a maximum of 72 characters. This error typically occurs in various SAP transactions where text fields are involved, such as in the creation of notifications, orders, or other documents.
  Cause:
  
  The text you are trying to enter is longer than 72 characters.
  The text may contain line breaks or formatting that is not allowed in the short text field.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Character Count: Ensure that the text you are entering does not exceed 72 characters. You can use a character counter tool or simply count the characters manually.
  
  
  Remove Line Breaks: If your text contains line breaks or special formatting, remove them to ensure that the text is a single line.
  
  
  Edit the Text: If the text is too long, consider summarizing or rephrasing it to fit within the character limit.
  
  
  Use Additional Text Fields: If you need to provide more information than can fit in the short text field, look for additional text fields (like long text fields) where you can enter more detailed information.
  
  
  Validation: Before saving, validate the text to ensure it meets the requirements. Some SAP interfaces may provide real-time feedback on character limits.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or specific module documentation for guidelines on text field limitations.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the character limits and formatting requirements for text fields in SAP.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your SAP processes to catch and address such issues before they lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SN001 error and successfully enter the required text in SAP.