How To Fix CNV_10940_MSG141 - &1 number of reports have syntax error

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_10940_MSG - Message Class for Report Variant Scan

• Message number: 141

• Message text: &1 number of reports have syntax error

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_10940_MSG141 - &1 number of reports have syntax error ?

  The SAP error message CNV_10940_MSG141 indicates that there are syntax errors in one or more reports during a conversion or migration process. This error typically arises in the context of data migration projects, especially when using SAP's tools for data conversion, such as the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit or other data migration tools.
  Cause:
  
  
  Syntax Errors in ABAP Reports: The most common cause is that the ABAP code in the reports has syntax errors. This could be due to:
  
  Missing or incorrect keywords.
  Incorrectly defined variables or data types.
  Unmatched parentheses or quotes.
  Deprecated functions or methods that are no longer supported in the current version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Incompatibility with Newer Versions: If the reports were developed in an older version of SAP, they may not be compatible with the current version, leading to syntax errors.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the reports were transported from one system to another, there might have been issues during the transport process that caused corruption or loss of code.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Syntax: 
  
  Open the affected reports in the ABAP Editor (transaction SE38 or SE80).
  Use the syntax check feature (Ctrl + F2) to identify and correct any syntax errors.
  
  
  
  Review Code for Compatibility: 
  
  If the reports were developed in an older version of SAP, review the code for deprecated functions or methods and update them to their current equivalents.
  
  
  
  Debugging: 
  
  If the error is not immediately apparent, consider debugging the reports to identify the exact line or section causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Transport Validation: 
  
  If the reports were transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate issues during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP notes or documentation related to the specific version you are working with for any known issues or changes that might affect the reports.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making corrections, test the reports thoroughly to ensure they function as expected without any further syntax errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues with specific reports or syntax errors in the context of your SAP version.
  ABAP Development Guidelines: Familiarize yourself with the latest ABAP development guidelines to ensure that your code adheres to best practices and is compatible with the current SAP environment.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the syntax errors indicated by the CNV_10940_MSG141 error message.