How To Fix ESH_CU_WB017 - Report &1 has syntax errors

ESH_CU_WB017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_CU_WB - ES: Workbench Services

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Report &1 has syntax errors

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ESH_CU_WB017 - Details

• The SAP error message ESH_CU_WB017, which indicates that "Report &1 has syntax errors," typically arises when there are issues in the ABAP code of a report or program. This can occur due to various reasons, such as incorrect syntax, missing declarations, or other coding errors.
  Causes:
  
  Syntax Errors: The most common cause is that there are actual syntax errors in the ABAP code. This could be due to typos, incorrect use of keywords, or missing punctuation.
  Incompatible Data Types: Using incompatible data types in variable declarations or assignments can lead to syntax errors.
  Missing or Incorrect Declarations: If variables, types, or methods are not declared properly, it can result in syntax errors.
  Improper Use of Statements: Using ABAP statements incorrectly or in the wrong context can also trigger this error.
  Changes in the Code: If the code was recently modified, the changes might have introduced syntax errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the Code: Open the report in the ABAP Editor