How To Fix GS259 - '>' is missing

GS259 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GS - Sets

• Message number: 259

• Message text: '>' is missing

What causes this issue?

You have tried to store a formula in a set. However, this formula
contains an operand that is not closed with an angular bracket '>'.

System Response

The system rejects the formula.

How to fix this error?

Correct the formula.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GS259 - '>' is missing ?

  The SAP error message GS259, which states that a '>' is missing, typically occurs in the context of SAP ABAP programming or when dealing with certain configuration settings. This error usually indicates a syntax issue in the code or configuration where a greater-than sign ('>') is expected but not found.
  
  Cause:
  
  Syntax Error in ABAP Code: The most common cause is a missing '>' in a conditional statement or comparison operation in ABAP code.
  
  Configuration Issues: It may also arise from incorrect settings in configuration tables or during the setup of certain functionalities in SAP.
  Improper Use of Operators: If you are using logical or comparison operators in your code or configuration, ensure that they are correctly placed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check ABAP Code: 
  
  Review the ABAP code where the error is reported. Look for any conditional statements (like IF, CASE, etc.) and ensure that all comparison operators are correctly used.
  Example: If you have a statement like IF