How To Fix /LIME/UTIL403 - Syntax error in include &1, row &2, error text: &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /LIME/UTIL -

• Message number: 403

• Message text: Syntax error in include &1, row &2, error text: &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /LIME/UTIL403 - Syntax error in include &1, row &2, error text: &3 ?

  The SAP error message /LIME/UTIL403 indicates a syntax error in an ABAP include file. This error typically arises during the execution of an ABAP program or report that includes a specific include file. The message provides details about the include file (&1), the row number (&2), and the specific error text (&3).
  Cause:
  
  
  Syntax Error in Code: The most common cause is a syntax error in the ABAP code within the specified include file. This could be due to:
  
  Missing or misplaced keywords (e.g., ENDIF, ENDIF, ELSE, etc.)
  Incorrectly defined data types or structures
  Unmatched parentheses or quotes
  Incorrectly formatted statements
  
  
  
  Incompatibility: The include file may be incompatible with the current version of the program or the SAP system.
  
  
  Corrupted Include: The include file may be corrupted or improperly modified.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Include File: 
  
  Go to the ABAP Editor (transaction SE38 or SE80).
  Open the include file specified in the error message.
  Navigate to the specified row number and review the code for any syntax issues.
  
  
  
  Correct the Syntax: 
  
  Fix any identified syntax errors. Ensure that all statements are correctly formatted and that all keywords are properly used.
  
  
  
  Activate the Include: 
  
  After making corrections, activate the include file to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Test the Program: 
  
  Rerun the program or report that triggered the error to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: 
  
  If the include file is part of a larger program, ensure that any dependencies or related includes are also correct.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  If the error persists, consult SAP documentation or community forums for additional insights or similar issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE38: ABAP Editor
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE11: Data Dictionary (to check data types and structures)
  
  
  
  Debugging: 
  
  Use the debugger to step through the program and identify where the error occurs if it is not immediately clear.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to the error message.
  
  
  
  Version Control: 
  
  If the include file is part of a transport request, ensure that the correct version is being used in the target system.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the syntax error indicated by the /LIME/UTIL403 message.