How To Fix GB555 - Unrecognized symbol :&

GB555 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 555

• Message text: Unrecognized symbol :&

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GB555 - Details

• The SAP error message GB555 "Unrecognized symbol :&" typically occurs in the context of ABAP programming or when using certain SAP 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 ABAP code or in the selection screen where a variable is expected but not properly defined or formatted.
  Dynamic Selection: If you are using dynamic selection criteria, the system may not be able to interpret the variable correctly due to incorrect syntax or missing definitions.
  Incorrect Variable Usage: The use of an uninitialized or incorrectly referenced variable can lead to this error.
  Special Characters: The presence of special characters or incorrect formatting in the selection criteria can also trigger this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Syntax: Review the ABAP code or the selection criteria for any