How To Fix 5P421 - & Beginning of function & missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 421

• Message text: & Beginning of function & missing

What causes this issue?

You have tried to end a logical block with a function. However, the
logical block has not yet been started. Logical blocks represent the
functions

LPBEG ... LPEND.
Example:
.
.
ENDIF

How to fix this error?

Example:
You have forgotten to start the logical block
Insert the correct function.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5P421 - & Beginning of function & missing ?

  The SAP error message 5P421 typically indicates that there is a problem with the function module or method being called in your ABAP program. The specific message "Beginning of function & missing" suggests that the system is unable to find the definition or implementation of a function that is being referenced in your code.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Function Module: The function module you are trying to call does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Function Name: There may be a typo or incorrect name in the function call.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the function module.
  Transport Issues: If the function module was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  Namespace Issues: If the function module is in a different namespace, it may not be accessible in the current context.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Function Module Existence: Use transaction code SE37 or SE80 to check if the function module exists in the system. If it does not, you may need to create it or transport it from another system.
  Verify Function Name: Double-check the spelling and syntax of the function name in your code.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the program has the necessary authorizations to call the function module.
  Transport Check: If the function module was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that the module is activated.
  Namespace Verification: If the function module is in a different namespace, ensure that you are referencing it correctly, including the namespace prefix if necessary.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Debugging: Use the ABAP debugger to step through the code and identify where the error occurs.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the function module to ensure you are using it correctly.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or ABAP development team for further assistance.