How To Fix SY083 - ABAP source code line from & longer than & characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SY - ABAP/4 system messages

• Message number: 083

• Message text: ABAP source code line from & longer than & characters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SY083 - ABAP source code line from & longer than & characters ?

  The SAP error message SY083 indicates that there is an issue with the length of a line of ABAP source code. Specifically, it states that a line of code exceeds the maximum allowed length, which is typically 72 characters for standard ABAP source code lines. This error can occur when you are writing or editing ABAP programs, function modules, or other ABAP objects.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A line of ABAP code exceeds the maximum length of 72 characters (for standard ABAP).
  You might be trying to write a long statement or a single line of code that is too lengthy.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Break Long Lines: If you have a long line of code, consider breaking it into multiple lines. You can do this by using the concatenation operator (&&) to split strings or by restructuring your code logic.
  Example:
  DATA: lv_long_string TYPE string.
  lv_long_string = 'This is a very long string that exceeds the maximum length of a single line in ABAP, so we need to break it down into smaller parts.'.
  You can break it down like this:
  DATA: lv_long_string TYPE string.
  lv_long_string = 'This is a very long string that exceeds the maximum length ' &&
                   'of a single line in ABAP, so we need to break it down ' &&
                   'into smaller parts.'.
  
  
  Use Inline Declarations: If applicable, use inline declarations to keep your code concise and within the character limit.
  
  
  Check for Comments: If you have comments that are too long, consider shortening them or breaking them into multiple lines.
  
  
  Review Code Formatting: Ensure that your code is properly formatted and that you are not inadvertently creating long lines due to poor formatting.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Maximum Line Length: The maximum line length for ABAP source code is 72 characters. For certain contexts, such as string literals, you may have a longer limit, but the line itself must still conform to the 72-character rule.
  ABAP Editor: The ABAP Editor (SE38 or SE80) will typically highlight lines that exceed the character limit, making it easier to identify and correct the issue.
  Code Style Guidelines: Following best practices for code style and readability can help prevent such issues. Consider using modularization techniques, such as methods or function modules, to keep your code organized and within limits.
  
  By following these guidelines, you should be able to resolve the SY083 error and improve the maintainability of your ABAP code.