SAP Note 1680583 - Field names for tables and views with more than 16 char.

Component : Dictionary Maintenance - Activation Prog., Conversion Prog., DB-Utility, MC, SPDD

Solution : https://service.sap.com/sap/support/notes/1680583 (SAP Service marketplace login required)

Summary :
SAP systems using SAP_BASIS 7.02 or higher now allow field names of up to 30 characters in database tables and data views, a significant extension from the previous limit of 16 characters. For users still facing the old limitation, importing the relevant Support Package or applying the corrections outlined in this SAP Note is recommended. This update ensures improved flexibility and alignment with modern data management practices, especially useful in environments where longer field names are essential. Accompanying terms include SE11 and activation program.

Key words :
terms activation program, longer field names, sap standard system, database tables, data views, se11 reason, release sap_basis 7, solution import, support package, correction instructions

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