How To Fix ESH_IF_INA_JSON016 - Open object must be closed before closing the array

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_IF_INA_JSON - JSON validation

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Open object must be closed before closing the array

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_IF_INA_JSON016 - Open object must be closed before closing the array ?

  The SAP error message ESH_IF_INA_JSON016 indicates that there is an issue with the JSON structure being processed, specifically that an open object must be closed before closing the array. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Enterprise Search or when dealing with JSON data formats in SAP applications.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by a malformed JSON structure. In JSON, objects are defined with curly braces {} and arrays with square brackets []. If an object is opened but not properly closed before an array is closed, the JSON parser will throw this error. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect JSON Formatting: Missing closing braces or brackets.
  Improper Nesting: Objects and arrays not being properly nested.
  Data Generation Issues: If the JSON is being generated dynamically, there may be a bug in the code that constructs the JSON.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Validate the JSON Structure: Use a JSON validator tool to check the structure of the JSON being processed. This will help identify any syntax errors or structural issues.
  
  
  Check the Code: If the JSON is being generated programmatically, review the code to ensure that all objects are properly closed before any arrays are closed. Look for any conditional logic that might skip closing an object.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, step through the code to see how the JSON is being constructed and identify where the structure goes wrong.
  
  
  Review Documentation: Check the SAP documentation for the specific API or function you are using to ensure that you are following the expected JSON structure.
  
  
  Test with Sample Data: If possible, test with a known good JSON structure to see if the error persists. This can help isolate whether the issue is with the data being processed or with the system itself.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  JSON Structure: Familiarize yourself with the basic structure of JSON, including how objects and arrays are defined.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes or the SAP Community for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your code to catch and log JSON parsing errors, which can help in diagnosing issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the issue causing the ESH_IF_INA_JSON016 error in your SAP environment.