How To Fix FKKBIX189 - Function module &1 contains a syntax error

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKBIX - Conv.Inv.: Billing (Invoice Preprocessing)

• Message number: 189

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

What causes this issue?

Function module &V1& contains a syntax error.

System Response

The generation of the class &V2& as a whole has errors.

How to fix this error?

Run the generation again. If the error occurs again, contact SAP.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKBIX189 - Function module &1 contains a syntax error ?

  The SAP error message FKKBIX189 indicates that there is a syntax error in a function module. This error typically arises during the execution of a program or transaction that calls a function module, and it can prevent the program from running correctly.
  Cause:
  
  
  Syntax Error in Function Module: The most common cause is that the function module has been modified or created with incorrect syntax. This could be due to:
  
  Missing or incorrect keywords.
  Incorrect data types or variable declarations.
  Unmatched parentheses or quotation marks.
  Logical errors in the code.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the function module was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process that led to corruption or incomplete code.
  
  
  Version Mismatch: If the function module is being called from a program that expects a different version of the function module, it may lead to syntax errors.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Function Module: 
  
  Go to transaction SE37 (Function Builder) and enter the name of the function module mentioned in the error message.
  Check the source code for any syntax errors. You can use the syntax check feature (Ctrl + F2) to identify issues.
  
  
  
  Activate the Function Module: If you have made changes to the function module, ensure that it is activated. An inactive function module can lead to runtime errors.
  
  
  Review Transport Logs: If the function module was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate issues during the transport.
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that all dependent objects (like data elements, domains, or other function modules) are also correctly defined and activated.
  
  
  Debugging: If the error persists, you can use the debugger to step through the code and identify where the syntax error is being triggered.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the function module for additional context or known issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE37: Function Builder
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE11: Data Dictionary (to check related data elements)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to the specific function module or error message. There may be patches or updates that address known issues.
  
  
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or ABAP development team for further assistance.