How To Fix TW012 - Statement is too long:

TW012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TW - R3trans - Messages

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Statement is too long:

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TW012 - Statement is too long: ?

  The SAP error message TW012 ("Statement is too long") typically occurs when a SQL statement or a program statement exceeds the maximum length allowed by the SAP system. This can happen in various contexts, such as when writing ABAP code, executing SQL queries, or working with database views.
  Causes:
  
  Exceeding Length Limits: The maximum length for SQL statements in SAP is generally limited to 72 characters for each line and a total of 255 characters for the entire statement.
  Complex Queries: If you are trying to execute a complex SQL query that includes many joins, conditions, or subqueries, it may exceed the allowed length.
  Concatenation Issues: If you are dynamically building SQL statements in your ABAP code, the concatenation of strings may lead to exceeding the maximum length.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Break Down the Statement: If possible, break down the SQL statement into smaller parts. You can use temporary tables or views to simplify complex queries.
  Use Views: Instead