Message type: E = Error
Message class: ED - ABAP/4 Editor messages
Message number: 533
Message text: Insert missing limiter in REPLACE character string
The characters <LB>+-.,;:#*/()<></> are data delimiters for search and
replace strings.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
If search/replace strings contain a blank or a data delimiter, they
must be included in other data delimiters.
Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.
ED533
- Insert missing limiter in REPLACE character string ?The SAP error message ED533, which states "Insert missing limiter in REPLACE character string," typically occurs when there is an issue with the syntax of a REPLACE statement in an ABAP program or a data transformation process. This error indicates that the REPLACE statement is not properly formatted, particularly in terms of delimiters or special characters.
Cause: Improper Syntax: The REPLACE statement may be missing required delimiters or special characters that define the string to be replaced and the replacement string. Incorrect Use of Escape Characters: If the string contains special characters (like quotes), they may not be properly escaped. Invalid Character String: The character string being processed may not conform to the expected format, leading to parsing issues.
Solution: Check the REPLACE Statement: Review the REPLACE statement in your ABAP code. Ensure that it follows the correct syntax: REPLACE 'old_string' WITH 'new_string' INTO target_string. Make sure that both the old and new strings are properly enclosed in
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