How To Fix W8083 - CHAR string of length & becomes value with reference structure &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W8 - Workflow: Expressions, data flow

• Message number: 083

• Message text: CHAR string of length & becomes value with reference structure &

What causes this issue?

The source element of this binding definition has the data type of a
text field of length &V1&.
The target element of this binding definition has the data type of
stucture &v2&.

System Response

The system refers you to the various
<DS:GLOS.3526B0B8AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>data type references</>.
However, the binding can be executed in accordance with this
definition. The source element content is written into the structure of
the target element. The makeup of the structure is not considered in
this.

How to fix this error?

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W8083 - CHAR string of length & becomes value with reference structure & ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  W8083 CHAR string of length & becomes value with reference structure &
  
  Cause:
  This warning message occurs during ABAP runtime when a character string of a certain length is being assigned or converted to a data object with a reference structure (such as a structure or a data object with a reference type). Essentially, the system is informing you that a character string is being interpreted or converted into a structured data type, which might lead to unexpected results if not handled carefully.
  This typically happens in scenarios like:
  
  Assigning a character string to a field symbol or data reference pointing to a structure.
  Using MOVE or MOVE-CORRESPONDING statements where the source is a character string and the target is a structured data object.
  Implicit conversions between string and structured types.
  
  
  Explanation:
  
  The message is a warning (W), not an error, so the program continues but you should verify the logic.
  The placeholders & in the message are replaced at runtime with:
  
  The length of the character string.
  The name of the reference structure involved.
  
  
  
  
  Solution / How to Fix:
  
  
  Check the assignment logic:
  
  Ensure that you are not unintentionally assigning a plain character string to a structured data object.
  If you intend to convert a string to a structure, use proper parsing or conversion methods.
  
  
  
  Use explicit conversions:
  
  Instead of direct assignment, parse the string into the structure fields explicitly.
  For example, use SPLIT, READ TABLE, or string processing functions to fill the structure fields.
  
  
  
  Use field symbols or data references carefully:
  
  When using field symbols or data references, make sure the data types match.
  If you want to assign a string to a structure reference, consider using cl_abap_structdescr or other runtime type services to handle the conversion properly.
  
  
  
  Review the program logic:
  
  This warning often indicates a potential logic flaw or misunderstanding of data types.
  Review the code to ensure that the data types and assignments are consistent.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Message Class: W8 (or similar, depending on SAP version)
  Message Number: 083
  Transaction: Occurs during runtime, often in debugging or when running reports/programs.
  ABAP Statements involved: MOVE, ASSIGN, MOVE-CORRESPONDING, DATA declarations with references.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for your specific SAP version if this warning causes issues or if you want to suppress it safely.
  
  
  Example Scenario:
  DATA: lv_string TYPE c LENGTH 10,
        ls_struct TYPE some_structure.
  
  lv_string = 'ABCDEFGHIJ'.
  
  " Warning W8083 might occur here if you try to assign lv_string to ls_struct directly
  ls_struct = lv_string.
  Correct approach:
  " Parse lv_string and assign to individual fields of ls_struct
  ls_struct-field1 = lv_string+0(3).
  ls_struct-field2 = lv_string+3(7).
  
  If you provide the exact code snippet causing the warning, I can help you with a more precise solution.