How To Fix GB034 - Syntax error in validation check "&", step "&"

GB034 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Syntax error in validation check "&", step "&"

What causes this issue?

A syntax error was found in validation &V1& during the ABAP code
generation. The error concerns the validation check.

System Response

An ABAP code is not generated for this Boolean statement and the
statement is evaluated as FALSE (in ABAP include &V3&).

How to fix this error?

Correct validation &V1& (step &V2&) using validation maintenance.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GB034 - Syntax error in validation check "&", step "&" ?

  The SAP error message GB034 indicates a syntax error in a validation check. This error typically occurs when there is an issue with the syntax of a validation rule defined in the system. The message provides two placeholders: the first "&" represents the name of the validation, and the second "&" represents the step number where the error occurred.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Syntax: The validation rule may contain incorrect syntax, such as missing operators, incorrect field names, or invalid expressions.
  Invalid Data Types: The data types used in the validation may not match the expected types, leading to syntax errors.
  Logical Errors: There may be logical errors in the validation steps that cause the syntax to be interpreted incorrectly.
  Changes in Configuration: If there have been recent changes to the validation rules or related configurations, it may lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Validation Rule: Go to the transaction code OB28 (for validation) and check the specific validation