How To Fix 5P423 - & Processing block & must be preceded by the end of function &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 423

• Message text: & Processing block & must be preceded by the end of function &

What causes this issue?

You have ended a processing block with the function 'X' or started one
with EOS or XCAEV. However, a logical block which was started with the
function 'Y' has not been completed in this processing block or in the
functions EOS or XCAEV.
Functions for classifying processing blocks for
Payroll accounting program classes:
GRBEG ... GREND,
NTBEG ... NTEND,
XCAEV ...,
EOS ...
Time management program classes
BINI ... EINI,
BDAY ... EDAY,
BEND ... EEnd.
The following functions represent logical blocks

LPBEG ... LPEND
Example 1: Example 2:

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

GRBEG .
. .

. .
. .
GREND (Function X) EOS

How to fix this error?

Example:
You have forgotten to end the
Insert the correct function before the end of the processing block or
before the function EOS.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5P423 - & Processing block & must be preceded by the end of function & ?

  The SAP error message 5P423 typically indicates a problem related to the processing of a function module or a processing block in ABAP (Advanced Business Application Programming). The specific message "Processing block & must be preceded by the end of function &" suggests that there is a structural issue in your ABAP code, particularly with the way function modules or processing blocks are defined.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Structure: The error usually arises when there is a mismatch in the structure of the code. For example, a processing block (like a FORM routine or a function module) is not properly closed before another block is started.
  Missing END Statement: You may have forgotten to include an END statement for a previous block, which leads to confusion in the parser about where one block ends and another begins.
  Nesting Issues: If you have nested function modules or processing blocks, ensure that they are correctly nested and that each opening statement has a corresponding closing statement.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Code Structure: Review the ABAP code to ensure that all processing blocks and function modules are properly defined and closed. Look for any missing END statements.
  Indentation and Formatting: Properly indent your code to make it easier to see the structure and identify where blocks start and end.
  Use of Comments: Commenting your code can help you keep track of where each block begins and ends, making it easier to spot mismatches.
  Debugging: If the error persists, use the ABAP debugger to step through the code and identify where the issue occurs.
  Syntax Check: Run a syntax check on your program (using the transaction SE38 or SE80) to identify any other potential issues that may not be directly related to this error but could cause problems.
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP ABAP documentation for guidelines on defining function modules and processing blocks.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other developers may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By carefully reviewing your code and ensuring that all blocks are properly defined and closed, you should be able to resolve the error message 5P423.