How To Fix J5079 - Generated program contains syntax errors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J5 - External Data Transfer

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Generated program contains syntax errors

What causes this issue?

The system was unable to generate the program for accessing
Profitability Analysis derivations.
Possible cause:
The operating concern stored in the characteristic derivation for
non-integrated financial object maintenance (category 1) in Risk
Analysis is incorrect.

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 and correct the Customizing settings.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J5079 - Generated program contains syntax errors ?

  The SAP error message J5079, which states "Generated program contains syntax errors," typically occurs during the generation of a program or report in the SAP system. This error indicates that there are issues in the ABAP code that prevent the program from being compiled successfully. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  
  Syntax Errors in ABAP Code: The most common cause is that there are syntax errors in the ABAP code that is being generated. This could be due to missing keywords, incorrect variable declarations, or other coding mistakes.
  
  
  Incompatible Data Types: If there are data type mismatches or if fields are not defined correctly, it can lead to syntax errors.
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Include Files: If the program relies on include files that are missing or contain errors, this can also lead to syntax issues.
  
  
  Changes in Data Dictionary Objects: If there have been changes to the underlying data dictionary objects (like tables or views) that the program relies on, it may cause syntax errors.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the program was transported from one system to another and there were issues during the transport, it could lead to syntax errors.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check the ABAP Code: Review the generated ABAP code for any syntax errors. You can do this by using transaction SE38 or SE80 to view the program and check for errors.
  
  
  Use the Syntax Check Tool: In the ABAP editor, you can use the syntax check tool (by pressing the "Check" button or using the shortcut Ctrl + F2) to identify and correct syntax errors.
  
  
  Review Data Dictionary Objects: Ensure that all data dictionary objects (tables, views, etc.) used in the program are correctly defined and have not been changed in a way that would affect the program.
  
  
  Check Include Files: If the program uses include files, ensure that they are present and do not contain errors.
  
  
  Transport Logs: If the program was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors that may have occurred during the transport process.
  
  
  Debugging: If the error persists, you may need to debug the program to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to access and edit the program.
  ABAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for ABAP programming for more detailed information on syntax and coding standards.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the syntax errors causing the J5079 error message in your SAP system.