How To Fix GB004 - Parentheses not closed


GB004 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: GB - Messages used by the Boolean code generator

  • Message number: 004

  • Message text: Parentheses not closed

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  • What causes this issue?

    The syntax of the boolean statement is incorrect.
    A parenthesis '(' has been opened and not closed.
    E.g. True and ( false

    System Response

    The code generation is aborted.

    How to fix this error?

    Remove the extra parentheses or close it.
    E.g. True and ( false )
    or True and false

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GB004 - Details

  • The SAP error message GB004 "Parentheses not closed" typically occurs in the context of ABAP programming or when working with certain SAP transactions that involve expressions or formulas. This error indicates that there is an imbalance in the use of parentheses in your code or expression, meaning that there is an opening parenthesis ( that does not have a corresponding closing parenthesis ).
    
    Cause: Unmatched Parentheses: The most common cause is that you have opened a parenthesis without closing it. Nested Parentheses: If you have nested parentheses, it can be easy to miss a closing parenthesis. Syntax Errors: Other syntax errors in the code can sometimes lead to misleading error messages, including this one.
    Solution: Check Your Code: Review the code or expression where the error is occurring. Look for any opening parentheses that do not have a matching closing parenthesis. Count Parentheses: A good practice is to count the opening and closing parentheses to ensure they

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