How To Fix GD222 - Closing parenthesis expected in formula &1

GD222 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GD - EDT: External data transfer

• Message number: 222

• Message text: Closing parenthesis expected in formula &1

What causes this issue?

When converting a formula, the formula parser found a syntactic error:
A closing parenthesis is missing.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check the syntactic construction of the formula.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GD222 - Closing parenthesis expected in formula &1 ?

  The SAP error message GD222, which states "Closing parenthesis expected in formula &1," typically occurs when there is a syntax error in a formula used in SAP, particularly in the context of calculations or data processing. This error indicates that the formula is not correctly formatted, specifically that it is missing a closing parenthesis.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Parenthesis: The most common cause is that a closing parenthesis ) is missing in the formula.
  Incorrect Formula Structure: The formula may have an incorrect structure, such as mismatched parentheses or incorrect use of operators.
  Copy-Paste Errors: If the formula was copied from another source, it might have been altered or corrupted during the process.
  Complex Formulas: If the formula is complex, it may be easy to overlook a closing parenthesis.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Formula: Carefully check the formula for any missing or extra parentheses. Ensure that every opening parenthesis ( has a corresponding closing parenthesis ).
  Simplify the Formula: If the