How To Fix D3797 - Syntax error: INDEX without value cannot be followed by another entry

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D3 - CCMS - DB2 on OS390

• Message number: 797

• Message text: Syntax error: INDEX without value cannot be followed by another entry

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D3797 - Syntax error: INDEX without value cannot be followed by another entry ?

  The SAP error message D3797, which states "Syntax error: INDEX without value cannot be followed by another entry," typically occurs in ABAP programming when there is an issue with the syntax of your code, particularly when dealing with internal tables and their indices.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises in the following scenarios:
  
  Incorrect Use of INDEX: You are trying to use the INDEX keyword without providing a value or when the context does not allow for it. For example, if you are trying to access an entry in an internal table using INDEX but have not specified which index to use.
  Chaining of Statements: You may have chained multiple statements together incorrectly, leading to confusion in the parser about which INDEX you are referring to.
  Empty or Uninitialized Variables: If you are using a variable to specify an index and that variable is uninitialized or empty, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Syntax: Review the line of code where the error occurs. Ensure that every INDEX keyword is followed by a valid index value. For example:
  READ TABLE itab INDEX 1.
  Ensure that you are not leaving the index empty or using it incorrectly.
  
  
  Initialize Variables: If you are using a variable to specify the index, make sure it is initialized and holds a valid value before it is used in the statement.
  
  
  Separate Statements: If you have chained multiple statements, consider separating them into distinct lines to improve clarity and avoid confusion in the parser.
  
  
  Debugging: Use the debugger to step through your code and check the values of your variables at runtime. This can help identify if an index is being set incorrectly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP ABAP documentation for more details on the syntax and usage of internal tables and the INDEX keyword.
  SAP Community: You can search for similar issues on the SAP Community forums, where other developers may have encountered and resolved the same error.
  Code Review: If you are working in a team, consider having another developer review your code to catch any potential syntax issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and fix the cause of the D3797 error in your ABAP code.