How To Fix OO062 - & is an ABAP type and cannot therefore be used as an object type name

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OO - Class Builder/API

• Message number: 062

• Message text: & is an ABAP type and cannot therefore be used as an object type name

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OO062 - & is an ABAP type and cannot therefore be used as an object type name ?

  The SAP error message "OO062: is an ABAP type and cannot therefore be used as an object type name" typically occurs when you are trying to use an ABAP data type (like a structure, table, or simple data type) as an object type in Object-Oriented ABAP (OO ABAP). In OO ABAP, object types must be defined as classes or interfaces, and you cannot use basic data types or structures directly as object types.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Type Usage: You might be trying to declare a variable or parameter of a class type using a non-object type (like a primitive data type or a structure).
  Class Definition Issues: You may have a class or interface that is incorrectly defined or referenced.
  Typographical Errors: There could be a typo in the class name or the way it is being referenced.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Class Definitions: Ensure that the type you are trying to use is indeed a class or interface. If it is a structure or a primitive type, you need to define a class that encapsulates the desired functionality.
  
  
  Correct Type Declaration: When declaring variables or parameters, make sure you are using the correct class name. For example:
  DATA: my_object TYPE REF TO my_class.
  Here, my_class should be a defined class, not a structure or primitive type.
  
  
  Review Object Instantiation: If you are trying to instantiate an object, ensure you are using the correct syntax:
  CREATE OBJECT my_object.
  
  
  Check for Typos: Review your code for any typographical errors in class names or type declarations.
  
  
  Use Proper Object Types: If you need to work with data structures, consider creating a class that contains those structures as attributes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Data Types: Familiarize yourself with the different data types in ABAP, including elementary types, structures, and object types.
  Object-Oriented Programming in ABAP: Review the principles of OO ABAP, including class definitions, inheritance, and polymorphism.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on object-oriented programming and data types in ABAP.
  
  By ensuring that you are using the correct object types and following the OO ABAP conventions, you should be able to resolve the OO062 error.