How To Fix ACI_COMPILER_GENERIC113 - Reached end of buffer within literal

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACI_COMPILER_GENERIC - EXPERIMENTAL, DON'T USE (ACI: Generic Compiler Messages)

• Message number: 113

• Message text: Reached end of buffer within literal

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACI_COMPILER_GENERIC113 - Reached end of buffer within literal ?

  The SAP error message ACI_COMPILER_GENERIC113: Reached end of buffer within literal typically occurs during the compilation of ABAP programs. This error indicates that the ABAP compiler has encountered an unexpected end of a buffer while processing a literal string. This usually happens when there is a mismatch in the string delimiters or when a string literal is not properly closed.
  Causes:
  
  
  Unclosed String Literals: A string literal (enclosed in single quotes) is not properly closed. For example:
  DATA(lv_string) = 'This is a string.
  In this case, the string is not closed with a single quote.
  
  
  Improper Use of Escape Characters: If escape characters are used incorrectly within string literals, it can lead to confusion for the compiler.
  
  
  Commenting Issues: If a comment is placed incorrectly or if it overlaps with a string literal, it can cause the compiler to misinterpret the code.
  
  
  Long Strings: If a string literal is too long and is split across multiple lines without proper concatenation or continuation, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check String Literals: Review your code for any string literals that are not properly closed. Ensure that every opening single quote has a corresponding closing single quote.
  
  
  Use Concatenation for Long Strings: If you have long strings, consider breaking them into smaller parts and concatenating them:
  DATA(lv_string) = 'This is a long string ' &&
                    'that is split across multiple lines.'.
  
  
  Review Comments: Ensure that comments do not interfere with string literals. Comments should be placed on separate lines or after the code.
  
  
  Check for Escape Characters: If you are using escape characters (like \'), ensure they are used correctly and do not disrupt the string.
  
  
  Syntax Check: Use the syntax check feature in the ABAP editor to identify any syntax errors that may lead to this issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP ABAP documentation for guidelines on string handling and syntax rules.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions related to similar issues.
  Debugging Tools: Utilize debugging tools within the ABAP Workbench to step through the code and identify where the error occurs.
  
  By carefully reviewing your code and ensuring that all string literals are properly formatted, you should be able to resolve the ACI_COMPILER_GENERIC113 error.