How To Fix 3R257 - A syntax error has occurred when generating &4

3R257 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3R - HR-PAY: Messages for evaluation programs (international)

• Message number: 257

• Message text: A syntax error has occurred when generating &4

What causes this issue?

The system has attempted to generate the source &V4&, however the
following syntax error has occurred:

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

Text in error message: &V1&
Program line: &V2&
Incorrect word in program: &V3&

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

3R257 - Details

• The SAP error message 3R257 indicates that a syntax error has occurred during the generation of a program or object, typically when working with ABAP programs or other related objects in the SAP environment. This error can arise from various issues, including coding mistakes, missing components, or configuration problems.
  Causes:
  
  Syntax Errors in Code: The most common cause is a syntax error in the ABAP code. This could be due to typos, incorrect statements, or improper use of keywords.
  Missing Objects: If the program or object being generated relies on other objects (like function modules, classes, or includes) that are missing or not activated, it can lead to this error.
  Inconsistent Data: If there are inconsistencies in the data or definitions used in the program, it can trigger syntax errors.
  Transport Issues: If the program was transported from another system and there were issues during the transport, it might lead to syntax errors.
  Version Conflicts: If