How To Fix SS802 - Text is & characters too long (text in [ ] is not counted)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SS - Integration IMG - function model - SAP analyzer

• Message number: 802

• Message text: Text is & characters too long (text in [ ] is not counted)

What causes this issue?

In the Business Navigator hierarchy, texts longer than 75 characters
are truncated, although longer texts are possible in the graphics.
Texts of up to 100 characters can be used to find single names, so
supplements to names can be added in brackets. Excluding the
supplement, the name must be no longer than 75 characters.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Shorten the text so that the error message is not generated, but do not
abbreviate it: Instead, bracket parts of it.
Example:
"Open employee status processing for personnel planning and management
in planning"
could be shortened to
"Open employee status processing for personnel planning and management
[in planning]"

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SS802 - Text is & characters too long (text in [ ] is not counted) ?

  The SAP error message SS802 indicates that a text string exceeds the maximum allowed length for a specific field or object in the SAP system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to enter or save a text that is longer than the defined limit for that particular field.
  Cause:
  
  
  Text Length Exceeded: The primary cause of this error is that the text you are trying to input exceeds the maximum character limit set for that field. The error message specifies that the text in brackets is not counted, which means that the actual text you are trying to enter is longer than the allowed limit.
  
  
  Field Definition: Different fields in SAP have different maximum lengths defined in their data dictionary. If you are trying to enter a description, note, or any other text in a field that has a character limit, exceeding that limit will trigger this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Field Length: Review the field definition in the SAP data dictionary (transaction SE11) to determine the maximum allowed length for the text field you are working with.
  
  
  Shorten the Text: Modify the text you are trying to enter to ensure it does not exceed the maximum length. This may involve:
  
  Abbreviating words.
  Removing unnecessary details.
  Summarizing the content.
  
  
  
  Use Additional Fields: If the information is essential and cannot be shortened, consider using additional fields or notes sections if available, or splitting the information across multiple entries if applicable.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on text lengths for the particular module or transaction you are working with.
  
  
  Custom Development: If the text length limitation is a significant issue for your business processes, consider discussing with your SAP development team about the possibility of customizing the field length, if feasible.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to text length limitations in specific modules.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (like SE11 for data dictionary) to check field definitions.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the limitations of text fields to prevent this error from occurring frequently.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SS802 error and successfully enter the required text within the allowed limits.