How To Fix WD069 - Subject is too long. Maximum of 50 characters permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WD - Workflow definition

• Message number: 069

• Message text: Subject is too long. Maximum of 50 characters permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WD069 - Subject is too long. Maximum of 50 characters permitted ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WD069 - Subject is too long. Maximum of 50 characters permitted
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when the subject line of a message (such as an email, workflow notification, or any communication generated via Web Dynpro or SAP Business Workplace) exceeds the maximum allowed length of 50 characters. The system enforces this limit to ensure consistent formatting and compatibility with underlying communication protocols or UI elements.
  
  Solution:
  
  Shorten the Subject: Modify the subject text to ensure it does not exceed 50 characters.
  Check the Code or Configuration:  
  
  If the subject is dynamically generated (e.g., via ABAP code, Web Dynpro component, or workflow container), review the logic that constructs the subject line.  
  Implement truncation or substring logic to limit the subject length to 50 characters before passing it to the messaging function.
  
  
  Adjust UI or Template:  
  
  If the subject is entered manually or via a template, update the template or input validation to restrict input length.
  
  
  Enhance Error Handling:  
  
  Add validation checks in the user interface or backend to prevent users from entering overly long subjects.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Where it occurs:  
  
  SAP Business Workplace (SBWP) when sending workflow messages or emails.  
  Web Dynpro applications generating email or notification subjects.  
  Custom ABAP programs or workflows that send messages with subject lines.
  
  
  
  Technical Details:  
  
  The subject field is typically defined as a CHAR(50) or similar fixed-length field in SAP tables or structures.  
  Exceeding this length causes the system to raise the WD069 error to prevent data truncation or communication errors.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:  
  
  Check SAP Notes related to message handling and workflow subject length for any patches or updates.  
  Review SAP Help Portal documentation on workflow and email notification configuration.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  Error WD069 is triggered when the subject line exceeds 50 characters. To resolve it, ensure the subject is shortened or truncated to fit within the 50-character limit, either by adjusting user input, templates, or program logic generating the subject.