How To Fix ACM_SYNTAX175 - Only an association can be used here (&1 ends with a field)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACM_SYNTAX - ACM: DCL Syntax Error Messages

• Message number: 175

• Message text: Only an association can be used here (&1 ends with a field)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACM_SYNTAX175 - Only an association can be used here (&1 ends with a field) ?

  The SAP error message ACM_SYNTAX175 indicates that there is a syntax issue in your ABAP code, specifically related to the use of associations in the context of Open SQL or ABAP CDS (Core Data Services) views. The message suggests that you are trying to use a field directly where an association is expected.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  You are trying to access a field of a data structure or a database table directly in a context where an association is required.
  You may have mistakenly referenced a field instead of an association in a join or a navigation context.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Code: Review the line of code that triggered the error. Look for any instances where you are trying to access a field directly instead of using an association.
  
  
  Use Associations: If you are working with CDS views, ensure that you are using the correct association. For example, if you have defined an association in your CDS view, you should use it to navigate to related entities instead of directly accessing fields.
  Example:
  // Incorrect usage
  SELECT field1, field2 FROM my_table WHERE my_field = 'value'.
  
  // Correct usage with association
  SELECT field1, association_name.field2 FROM my_table AS t
  INNER JOIN association_name AS a ON t.key = a.key
  WHERE t.my_field = 'value'.
  
  
  Review Associations: If you are using associations in your CDS views, ensure that they are correctly defined and that you are using the correct syntax to reference them.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about how to define or use associations, refer to the SAP documentation on CDS views and associations for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP CDS Views: Understand how to define and use associations in CDS views. Associations allow you to define relationships between different entities in a more semantic way.
  Open SQL: Familiarize yourself with the syntax and rules of Open SQL, especially regarding joins and how to reference fields and associations.
  SAP Community: If you continue to face issues, consider reaching out to the SAP Community or forums for additional support and examples from other developers.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ACM_SYNTAX175 error and correctly implement the desired functionality in your ABAP code.