How To Fix OO850 - Internal error: Unable to check syntax of include &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OO - Class Builder/API

• Message number: 850

• Message text: Internal error: Unable to check syntax of include &

What causes this issue?

Unable to perform the syntax check.
Possible causes: The main program of the include to be checked could
not be found or does not correspond to the include.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Inform your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OO850 - Internal error: Unable to check syntax of include & ?

  The SAP error message OO850, which states "Internal error: Unable to check syntax of include &," typically occurs during the syntax check of an ABAP program or include. This error can be caused by various issues, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Corrupted Include: The include file may be corrupted or not properly saved.
  Syntax Errors: There may be syntax errors in the include file that prevent the system from checking it correctly.
  Transport Issues: If the include was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  System Bugs: There may be bugs in the SAP system or specific versions that lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to access or check the include file.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check the Include File: Open the include file in the ABAP editor (SE38 or SE80) and manually check for any syntax errors. Make sure the file is not empty and is properly formatted.
  
  
  Recreate the Include: If the include file is corrupted, you may need to recreate it. Copy the code to a new include file and delete the old one.
  
  
  Transport Request: If the include was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors. You may need to re-transport the include or correct any issues in the transport.
  
  
  System Update: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest support packages and patches. Sometimes, these errors are resolved in newer versions.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify the include file. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  Debugging: If the error persists, you can use the ABAP debugger to step through the code and identify where the issue might be occurring.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. There may be known issues and fixes provided by SAP.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to access and edit the include file.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the OO850 error in your SAP environment.