How To Fix W4337 - & - Text lines ....................................: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W4 - Messages for material discontinuation

• Message number: 337

• Message text: & - Text lines ....................................: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W4337 - & - Text lines ....................................: & ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding SAP error message W4337 and the related text lines:
  
  SAP Message W4337
  Message Text:
  W4337 - Text lines ....................................: &
  
  1. Cause
  
  The message W4337 is a warning message related to text lines in SAP.
  It typically appears when there is an issue with the number or format of text lines being processed or displayed.
  The ampersand (&) at the end usually indicates that the message expects a variable or additional information (like the number of text lines or a specific identifier), but it might be missing or not properly passed.
  This warning often occurs in scenarios involving:
  
  Text management in SAPscript or Smart Forms.
  Processing long text entries (e.g., material descriptions, purchase order texts).
  When the system encounters unexpected or empty text lines.
  
  
  It can also appear during data upload or migration if text lines are incomplete or improperly formatted.
  
  
  2. Solution
  
  
  Check the Text Lines:
  
  Verify the text lines involved in the transaction or program.
  Ensure that the text lines are complete and correctly formatted.
  If you are uploading or migrating data, check the source file for missing or malformed text lines.
  
  
  
  Debug or Trace:
  
  If you are a developer or have access to debugging tools, trace the program or function module where the warning occurs.
  Identify why the variable (represented by &) is not being filled or why the text lines are problematic.
  
  
  
  SAPscript / Smart Forms:
  
  If the warning appears during form printing, check the text elements or text symbols used.
  Make sure that the text lines are properly maintained in the text editor.
  
  
  
  Check OSS Notes:
  
  Search for SAP OSS Notes related to message W4337 for any known bugs or patches.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Documentation:
  
  Review the documentation for the specific transaction or module where the warning occurs to understand the expected text line handling.
  
  
  
  
  3. Related Information
  
  Message Class: Usually, W4337 belongs to a message class related to text processing or a specific module (e.g., MM, SD, or HR).
  Context: The exact cause and solution can vary depending on the context (e.g., material master text, purchase order text, HR infotype text).
  Example Scenario:
  
  When maintaining long text in a purchase order, if the text lines are empty or exceed allowed length, this warning might appear.
  
  
  SAP Notes and Forums:
  
  Check SAP Support Portal and community forums for similar issues.
  Example search terms: "SAP W4337 text lines warning", "SAP long text warning W4337".
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Warning about problematic or incomplete text lines; missing variable in message text.
  
  
  Solution
  Verify and correct text lines; debug program; check text maintenance in SAPscript/Smart Forms; consult OSS Notes.
  
  
  Related
  Occurs in text processing scenarios (long text, form printing, data migration).
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or program where this warning occurs, I can help you with more specific guidance.