How To Fix START_MESSAGES085 - URL lenght cannot exceed 2000 characters.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: START_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 085

• Message text: URL lenght cannot exceed 2000 characters.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message START_MESSAGES085 - URL lenght cannot exceed 2000 characters. ?

  The SAP error message "START_MESSAGES085 URL length cannot exceed 2000 characters" typically occurs when a URL being generated or used in an SAP application exceeds the maximum allowable length of 2000 characters. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when using HTTP requests, web services, or when generating links in reports or applications.
  Cause:
  
  Long Query Parameters: The URL may contain a large number of query parameters or very long parameter values.
  Data Encoding: If the data being passed in the URL is not properly encoded, it can lead to an increase in the length of the URL.
  Inefficient URL Construction: The way the URL is constructed in the application may lead to unnecessary length, such as including redundant parameters or values.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Reduce URL Length:
  
  Limit Query Parameters: Review the parameters being passed in the URL and remove any that are not necessary.
  Shorten Parameter Values: If possible, shorten the values of the parameters being passed.
  Use POST Instead of GET: If the data being sent is large, consider using a POST request instead of a GET request. POST requests do not have the same length limitations as GET requests.
  
  
  
  URL Encoding:
  
  Ensure that the URL is properly encoded. Use functions to encode the URL to avoid unnecessary length increases due to special characters.
  
  
  
  Check Application Logic:
  
  Review the logic in the application that constructs the URL. Look for any inefficiencies or redundancies that can be optimized.
  
  
  
  Use Session or State Management:
  
  Instead of passing large amounts of data through the URL, consider using session variables or state management techniques to store data on the server side.
  
  
  
  Review SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this issue. Sometimes, SAP provides patches or recommendations for specific error messages.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for guidelines on URL length limitations and best practices for web services and HTTP requests.
  Web Standards: Familiarize yourself with web standards regarding URL lengths, as different browsers and servers may have varying limits.
  Testing: After making changes, thoroughly test the application to ensure that the functionality is not affected and that the error is resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the "START_MESSAGES085 URL length cannot exceed 2000 characters" error in your SAP application.