How To Fix 5P207 - &: Inverted comma is missing at end of comparison value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5P - Error Messages for Schema, Pers.Calc.Rule and Feature Checks

• Message number: 207

• Message text: &: Inverted comma is missing at end of comparison value

What causes this issue?

You have used a decision operation with a comparision value. You
must enclose this value in inverted commas ''. The (') behind the
comparison value is missing.

How to fix this error?

Add a ' behind the comparison value.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5P207 - &: Inverted comma is missing at end of comparison value ?

  The SAP error message 5P207, which states "Inverted comma is missing at end of comparison value," typically occurs in the context of ABAP programming or when defining selection criteria in reports or queries. This error indicates that there is a syntax issue in your code or query where a string value is not properly enclosed in quotation marks.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that a string comparison value in your code or selection criteria is missing a closing quotation mark. For example, if you have a condition like this:
  IF variable = 'value
  The closing single quote is missing after value, which leads to the error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to check the relevant code or selection criteria and ensure that all string values are properly enclosed in quotation marks. Here’s how you can fix it:
  
  
  Locate the Error: Identify the line of code or the selection criteria that is causing the error. This may involve checking the syntax in your ABAP program or the selection screen of a report.
  
  
  Add the Missing Quote: Ensure that every string value has both an opening and a closing quotation mark. For example, change:
  IF variable = 'value
  to:
  IF variable = 'value'
  
  
  Check for Other Syntax Errors: After fixing the missing quotation mark, review the surrounding code for any other potential syntax issues that could lead to similar errors.
  
  
  Test the Code: After making the changes, re-run the program or report to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Syntax: Familiarize yourself with the syntax rules of ABAP, especially regarding string literals and comparison operations.
  Debugging: Use the ABAP debugger to step through your code and identify where the error occurs if it is not immediately obvious.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or community forums for additional examples and best practices related to string handling in ABAP.
  
  By ensuring that all string literals are correctly formatted, you can avoid this error and ensure that your ABAP code runs smoothly.