How To Fix BRF277 - Formula expression &3: Symbol between &1 and &2 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRF - Messages for Business Rule Framework

• Message number: 277

• Message text: Formula expression &3: Symbol between &1 and &2 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRF277 - Formula expression &3: Symbol between &1 and &2 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message BRF277 indicates that there is an issue with a formula expression in the Business Rule Framework (BRF). Specifically, the error message states that a symbol between two specified elements (denoted as &1 and &2) is invalid. This typically occurs when there is a syntax error or an unsupported operation in the formula being defined.
  
  Cause:
  
  Syntax Error: The formula may contain a typo or incorrect syntax, such as missing operators, incorrect use of parentheses, or invalid characters.
  Unsupported Functions or Operators: The formula might be using functions or operators that are not supported in the context where they are being used.
  Incorrect Data Types: The formula may be trying to perform operations on incompatible data types (e.g., trying to add a string to a number).
  Missing Variables: If the formula references variables that are not defined or are misspelled, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Formula: Carefully check the formula