How To Fix ES117 - Programs with syntax errors were not analyzed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ES - ABAP Workbench: Repository Information System

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Programs with syntax errors were not analyzed

What causes this issue?

When analyzing one or more programs, syntax errors were detected. The
analysis was therefore terminated.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ES117 - Programs with syntax errors were not analyzed ?

  The SAP error message ES117 indicates that there are syntax errors in the ABAP program you are trying to analyze or execute. This error typically occurs when the ABAP code has issues that prevent it from being compiled or executed properly. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  
  Syntax Errors: The most common cause is that there are syntax errors in the ABAP code. This could be due to:
  
  Missing or incorrect keywords.
  Mismatched parentheses or quotes.
  Incorrect data types or variable declarations.
  Improperly structured control statements (e.g., IF, LOOP).
  
  
  
  Incomplete Code: The program may be incomplete or not fully implemented, leading to syntax issues.
  
  
  Incompatible Changes: If the program has been modified recently, changes may have introduced new syntax errors.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the program was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to syntax errors.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Syntax: 
  
  Open the ABAP editor (transaction SE38 or SE80).
  Load the program and use the "Check" (Ctrl + F2) function to identify syntax errors.
  Review the error messages provided by the syntax check to locate and correct the issues.
  
  
  
  Debugging: 
  
  If the program is complex, consider using the debugger (transaction SE80) to step through the code and identify where the syntax errors occur.
  
  
  
  Review Recent Changes: 
  
  If the program was recently modified, review the changes to identify any new syntax errors introduced.
  
  
  
  Transport Request: 
  
  If the program was transported, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or ABAP programming guidelines for proper syntax and structure.
  
  
  
  Seek Help: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to a colleague or SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Editor: Use transaction SE38 or SE80 to access the ABAP editor where you can edit and check your programs.
  Syntax Check: The syntax check feature in the ABAP editor is a powerful tool to identify and correct errors before executing the program.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific version of SAP you are using, as there may be patches or updates that address similar problems.
  ABAP Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the ABAP programming language and its syntax rules through SAP's official documentation or online resources.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the syntax errors causing the ES117 error message in SAP.