How To Fix AQ287 - Recursive field references are not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQ - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 287

• Message text: Recursive field references are not allowed

What causes this issue?

When defining the local field, you referenced other local fields in
order to transfer attributes from the reference field or when
formulating the calculation formula. One of these local fields is
either itself the field just defined (direct recursion) or it uses the
field just defined within its own definition (indirect recursion).
A local field cannot reference itself within its own definition.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Change the definition of the local field so that no fields refer to
themselves.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQ287 - Recursive field references are not allowed ?

  The SAP error message AQ287, which states "Recursive field references are not allowed," typically occurs in the context of ABAP programming, particularly when dealing with data structures or field symbols. This error indicates that there is an attempt to create a recursive reference within a data structure, which is not permitted in ABAP.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following scenarios:
  
  
  Recursive Data Structures: You may be trying to define a data structure that references itself directly or indirectly. For example, if you have a structure that contains a field of the same structure type, it leads to a recursive definition.
  
  
  Field Symbols: If you are using field symbols and trying to assign a field symbol to itself or to a structure that eventually leads back to itself, this can trigger the error.
  
  
  Incorrect Type Definitions: If you are using types that reference each other in a circular manner, this can also lead to the error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AQ287 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Data Structures: Check the definitions of your data structures. Ensure that no structure is defined in a way that it references itself directly or indirectly. If you need to represent hierarchical data, consider using a different approach, such as using a separate structure for child elements.
  
  
  Use Nested Structures: If you need to represent a recursive relationship, consider using nested structures or a separate table to hold the related data instead of trying to define a recursive structure.
  
  
  Field Symbol Assignment: If the error is related to field symbols, ensure that you are not assigning a field symbol to itself. Instead, assign it to a different field or structure.
  
  
  Check Type Definitions: If you are using types that reference each other, ensure that the references do not create a circular dependency. You may need to redesign the types to avoid this.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP ABAP documentation for guidelines on defining data structures and using field symbols.
  SAP Community: You can search for discussions or similar issues in the SAP Community forums, where other developers may have encountered and resolved similar problems.
  Debugging: Use the ABAP debugger to step through your code and identify where the recursive reference is being created.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the AQ287 error in your SAP ABAP program.