How To Fix 37625 - Field name & is not a valid class attribute name ("->" missing)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 37 - Screen Painter

• Message number: 625

• Message text: Field name & is not a valid class attribute name ("->" missing)

What causes this issue?

The element name does not contain a reference operator ("->") and
cannot therefore correspond to the name of a class or interface
attribute from the Class Builder.

System Response

The existing name remains unchanged.

How to fix this error?

Change the name of the element so that it is the same as the name of an
attribute of a class or interface.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 37625 - Field name & is not a valid class attribute name ("->" missing) ?

  The SAP error message 37625 indicates that there is an issue with the way a field name is being referenced in your ABAP code. Specifically, it suggests that the field name is not being recognized as a valid class attribute name because the "->" operator, which is used to access attributes of a class, is missing.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the following scenarios:
  
  Incorrect Syntax: You are trying to access an attribute of a class without using the correct syntax. In ABAP, class attributes should be accessed using the "->" operator.
  Typographical Error: There might be a typo in the field name or the class name.
  Scope Issues: The field you are trying to access may not be defined in the context you are using it.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Syntax: Ensure that you are using the correct syntax to access the class attribute. For example, if you have a class instance lo_instance and you want to access an attribute field_name, you should use:
  lo_instance->field_name
  
  
  Verify Class Definition: Make sure that the attribute you are trying to access is defined in the class you are referencing. Check the class definition to confirm that the attribute exists.
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors: Look for any typos in the class name or the attribute name. Ensure that they match exactly with the definitions.
  
  
  Check Object Instantiation: Ensure that the object from which you are trying to access the attribute has been properly instantiated. For example:
  DATA(lo_instance) = NEW cl_your_class( ).
  
  
  Review Scope: If you are trying to access a class attribute from a different context (like a static method), ensure that you are using the correct context to access the attribute.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP ABAP documentation for more details on class definitions and object-oriented programming in ABAP.
  Debugging: Use the ABAP debugger to step through your code and identify where the error occurs. This can help you understand the context in which the field is being accessed.
  Community Forums: If you are still having trouble, consider reaching out to SAP community forums or support for additional assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the issue causing the error message 37625 in your ABAP code.