How To Fix ES336 - Syntax error, deep search for where-used list not possible

ES336 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 336

• Message text: Syntax error, deep search for where-used list not possible

What causes this issue?

Detailed display. The usage locations for an object are to be searched
for.

System Response

This object contains serious syntax errors and cannot therefore be
examined correctly.

How to fix this error?

Remove the syntax error and start the where-used list again.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

ES336 - Details

• The SAP error message ES336, which states "Syntax error, deep search for where-used list not possible," typically occurs when there is an issue with the syntax of the ABAP code or when the system is unable to process a deep search for the where-used list due to a problem in the underlying code or configuration.
  Causes:
  
  
  Syntax Errors in ABAP Code: The most common cause is that there is a syntax error in the ABAP program or function module that is being analyzed. This could be due to missing or incorrect statements, unclosed structures, or other coding issues.
  
  
  Inconsistent or Corrupted Objects: If the objects being referenced in the where-used list are inconsistent or corrupted, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If there are issues with transport requests, such as missing objects or incomplete transports, it can also lead to this error.
  
  
  System 
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, system configuration or settings may prevent the