How To Fix EU124 - Start statement for & not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EU - Development Environment

• Message number: 124

• Message text: Start statement for & not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EU124 - Start statement for & not found ?

  The SAP error message EU124 ("Start statement for & not found") typically occurs in the context of ABAP programming when the system encounters a problem with the structure of the code. This error indicates that the ABAP runtime environment is unable to find a corresponding START-OF-SELECTION or similar statement for a specified program or report.
  Causes:
  
  Missing START-OF-SELECTION Statement: The most common cause is that the program is missing the START-OF-SELECTION event block, which is essential for executing the main logic of the report.
  Incorrect Program Structure: The program may not be structured correctly, leading to the inability of the runtime to identify the starting point of execution.
  Syntax Errors: There may be syntax errors or other issues in the code that prevent the program from compiling correctly.
  Inclusion of Non-Executable Code: If the program includes non-executable code or comments that disrupt the flow, it may lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Add START-OF-SELECTION: Ensure that your program includes a START-OF-SELECTION statement. This is where the main logic of the report should begin.
  START-OF-SELECTION.
    " Your main logic here
  
  
  Check Program Structure: Review the overall structure of your ABAP program to ensure that it follows the correct syntax and flow. Make sure that all necessary event blocks (like INITIALIZATION, START-OF-SELECTION, etc.) are present and correctly defined.
  
  
  Debugging: Use the ABAP debugger to step through the code and identify where the execution flow is breaking. This can help pinpoint the exact location of the issue.
  
  
  Syntax Check: Perform a syntax check on your program (using the Check button in the ABAP editor) to identify any syntax errors that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  Review Includes: If your program includes other programs or function modules, ensure that they are correctly defined and do not contain errors that could affect the main program.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP ABAP documentation for guidelines on program structure and event handling.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to seek advice from other developers who may have encountered similar issues.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EU124 error and ensure that your ABAP program runs correctly.