Identifier too long

Identifiers can't be more than 255 characters long. This error has the following cause and solution:

  • The identifier exceeds 255 characters. Reduce the length of the identifier.

For additional information, select the item in question and press F1 (in Windows) or HELP (on the Macintosh).

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