How To Fix GB007 - Unrecognized symbol :&

GB007 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Unrecognized symbol :&

What causes this issue?

The syntax of the boolean statement is incorrect.
A symbol is used in the expression that is not recognized.
E.g. <tab> $fld >>= '1'

System Response

The code generation is aborted.

How to fix this error?

Check the syntax of the expression with the documentation.
E.g. <tab> $fld >= '1'

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

GB007 - Details

• The SAP error message GB007 "Unrecognized symbol :&" typically occurs in the context of SAP's ABAP programming or when using certain transaction codes that involve dynamic selection criteria or variable substitution. This error indicates that the system encountered a symbol or character that it does not recognize or cannot process.
  
  Cause:
  
  Syntax Error: The error often arises from a syntax issue in the code or query where an unrecognized symbol is used. This could be due to a typo or incorrect formatting.
  Dynamic Selection: If you are using dynamic selection criteria in a report or query, the system may not be able to interpret the variable correctly.
  Missing or Incorrect Variables: If you are trying to use a variable that has not been defined or is incorrectly referenced, it can lead to this error.
  Special Characters: The presence of special characters that are not properly escaped or formatted can also trigger this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Syntax: Review