How To Fix WTY018 - Too much pushbutton text - text cannot be fully viewed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WTY - Warranty processing

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Too much pushbutton text - text cannot be fully viewed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WTY018 - Too much pushbutton text - text cannot be fully viewed ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WTY018 - Too much pushbutton text - text cannot be fully viewed
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when the text assigned to a pushbutton (function key) in a SAP GUI screen is too long to be displayed fully within the button's available space. SAP GUI has a limitation on the length of the text that can be shown on pushbuttons, and if the text exceeds this limit, the system raises this warning/error.
  
  Explanation:
  
  Pushbuttons in SAP screens have a fixed size.
  The text length for pushbuttons is limited (usually around 20 characters, but it can vary depending on the SAP GUI version and screen layout).
  If the text assigned to a pushbutton exceeds this limit, the text will be truncated or not fully visible.
  SAP detects this and issues the WTY018 message to alert the developer or user.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Shorten the Pushbutton Text:
  
  Reduce the length of the text assigned to the pushbutton.
  Use abbreviations or shorter wording that still conveys the meaning clearly.
  
  
  
  Use Text IDs or Icons:
  
  Instead of long text, use standard SAP text IDs or icons on buttons to save space.
  
  
  
  Adjust Screen Layout (if possible):
  
  If you are a developer, consider redesigning the screen layout to allow larger buttons or more space for text.
  
  
  
  Check GUI Settings:
  
  Sometimes, SAP GUI font size or scaling settings can affect how much text fits on a button. Adjusting these settings might help, but the primary fix is to shorten the text.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  This message is typically encountered during screen programming (module pool programming) or when customizing standard SAP screens.
  
  
  The message class is WTY.
  
  
  The message number is 018.
  
  
  The message text is:
  
  "Too much pushbutton text - text cannot be fully viewed"
  
  
  SAP Note references (if applicable) can be searched on the SAP Support Portal for any GUI-related fixes or enhancements.
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: Pushbutton text length exceeds displayable limit.
  Solution: Shorten the text or redesign the screen layout.
  Additional: Check SAP GUI settings and consider using icons or abbreviations.
  
  
  If you are a developer, review the code or screen painter settings where the pushbutton text is defined and adjust accordingly.