How To Fix CBGLWB019 - Syntax error in input help for table field &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CBGLWB - Labeling Workbench Messages

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Syntax error in input help for table field &1

What causes this issue?

The input help specified for table field &v1& (table &v2&) contains
syntax errors.

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?

Correct the syntax errors in the input help specified for table field
&v1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CBGLWB019 - Syntax error in input help for table field &1 ?

  The SAP error message CBGLWB019 indicates that there is a syntax error in the input help for a specific table field. This error typically arises when the input help (F4 help) for a field is not correctly defined or has issues in its underlying code or configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Input Help Definition: The input help for the field may have been incorrectly defined in the Data Dictionary (DDIC).
  Missing or Incomplete Code: The function module or method that provides the input help might be missing or incomplete.
  Changes in Data Dictionary: Recent changes to the table or field definitions may not have been properly reflected in the input help.
  Transport Issues: If the input help was transported from one system to another, it may not have been transported correctly.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, authorization issues can prevent the input help from being displayed correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Input Help Definition:
  
  Go to the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11) and check the input help definition for the field in question.
  Ensure that the function module or method used for the input help is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Review Function Module:
  
  If a function module is used for the input help, check its code for any syntax errors or issues.
  You can use transaction SE37 to view and test the function module.
  
  
  
  Activate Objects:
  
  If there have been recent changes, ensure that all related objects (like tables, views, and function modules) are activated.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings related to the input help.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access, you can debug the input help to see where the syntax error occurs. This can provide insights into what might be wrong.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes from SAP that might address known issues with the specific field or table.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE37: Function Module
  SE80: Object Navigator
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to this error message or the specific table/field in question.
  Debugging Tools: Use the ABAP debugger to step through the input help logic if you have the necessary permissions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the syntax error associated with the input help for the specified table field.