How To Fix 28037 - Logical expression required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 28 - Configuration

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Logical expression required

What causes this issue?

The syntax check found an error. A logical expression, such as a value
comparison, is expected at the cursor.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check your entry and correct it as appropriate. Please note also the
other possible causes of error (messages).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 28037 - Logical expression required ?

  The SAP error message 28037: Logical expression required typically occurs in the context of ABAP programming or when working with selection screens, where a logical expression is expected but not provided or is incorrectly formatted.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Logical Expression: The error often arises when a logical condition is expected in a statement, but none is provided.
  Incorrect Syntax: The logical expression may be incorrectly formatted or syntactically invalid.
  Improper Use of Operators: Using operators that do not yield a logical result (e.g., using arithmetic operators instead of logical ones).
  Contextual Misuse: The error can also occur if the logical expression is used in a context where it is not applicable.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Code: Review the ABAP code where the error occurs. Ensure that all logical expressions are correctly defined and that they return a boolean value (true or false).
  Correct Syntax: Make sure that the syntax of the logical expressions follows the ABAP standards. For example, use AND, OR, and NOT correctly.
  Use Proper Operators: Ensure that you are using logical operators instead of arithmetic ones when defining conditions.
  Debugging: If the error is not immediately apparent, use debugging tools to step through the code and identify where the logical expression is expected but not provided.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or ABAP programming guidelines for examples of correct logical expressions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the ABAP programming language documentation, especially sections related to logical expressions and conditional statements.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights or similar issues faced by other developers.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your code to gracefully manage situations where logical expressions may not be met.
  
  By addressing the above points, you should be able to resolve the error message 28037 in your SAP environment.