How To Fix C$414 - Repeating group &1&2 ended without being open

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C$ -

• Message number: 414

• Message text: Repeating group &1&2 ended without being open

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C$414 - Repeating group &1&2 ended without being open ?

  The SAP error message C$414 "Repeating group &1&2 ended without being open" typically occurs in the context of SAPscript or Smart Forms when there is an issue with the structure of the form or the way the data is being processed. This error indicates that a repeating group (a section of the form that is supposed to repeat based on certain data) is being closed without having been opened first.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Form Logic: The repeating group is defined in the form but is not being opened correctly before it is closed. This can happen if the conditions for opening the group are not met.
  Data Issues: The data being processed may not contain the expected records, leading to the group not being opened.
  Form Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the form design, such as incorrect use of control commands or missing logic to handle the data correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Form Logic: Review the SAPscript or Smart Form to ensure that the repeating group is correctly defined. Make sure that the opening command for the group is present and that it is being executed under the right conditions.
  Verify Data: Ensure that the data being passed to the form contains the necessary records for the repeating group. You can debug the program that generates the form to check the data being passed.
  Control Commands: Ensure that the control commands (like NEW-PAGE, ENDGROUP, etc.) are used correctly. The opening command for the repeating group should precede the closing command.
  Testing: Test the form with different sets of data to see if the issue persists. This can help identify if the problem is data-related or form-related.
  Debugging: Use the debugging tools in SAP to step through the form processing and identify where the logic fails.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAPscript and Smart Forms Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for SAPscript and Smart Forms to understand the structure and commands used in form design.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting on SAP community forums or platforms like SAP Community, Stack Overflow, or other SAP-related discussion boards for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the C$414 error in your SAP environment.