How To Fix FARR_RAI189 - Function module &1 contains a syntax error

FARR_RAI189 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_RAI - Revenue Accounting Item

• Message number: 189

• Message text: Function module &1 contains a syntax error

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_RAI189 - Function module &1 contains a syntax error ?

  The SAP error message "FARR_RAI189 Function module &1 contains a syntax error" indicates that there is a syntax error in the specified function module. This error typically arises during the execution of a program or transaction that calls the function module, and it can prevent the program from running correctly.
  Causes:
  
  Code Changes: If the function module was recently modified, there may be a syntax error introduced during the changes.
  Transport Issues: If the function module was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the transport might have failed or not included all necessary components.
  Incompatibility: The function module may be incompatible with the current version of the SAP system or with other components.
  Missing Dependencies: The function module may rely on other objects (like data elements, tables, or other function modules) that are missing or have errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Syntax: Open the function module in the ABAP Workbench (transaction SE37) and check