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


5P421 - Overview

  • 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

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  • 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

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