How To Fix OO_SOURCE_BASED039 - The source code of this class is incomplete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OO_SOURCE_BASED - WB - Class Builder - Messages for the source-b. Class Editor

• Message number: 039

• Message text: The source code of this class is incomplete

What causes this issue?

The class can't be separated into its different source parts (public-,
protected-, (package-,) private section or method implementation).

System Response

A warning will be sent and the changes won't be stored.

How to fix this error?

Please check whether the source contains the following statements:
<EX>CLASS <class_name> DEFINITION.</>
<EX>...</>
<EX>ENDCLASS.</>

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

<EX>CLASS <class_name> IMPLEMENTATION.</>
<EX> METHOD <method_name_1>.</>
<EX> ...</>
<EX> ENDMETHOD.</>
<EX> ...</>
<EX> METHOD <method_name_n>.</>
<EX> ...</>
<EX> ENDMETHOD.</>
<EX>ENDCLASS.</>
<EX>It is also important to check that the public-, protected-,
(package-) and private section are in the correct order.</>
<EX>The syntax check will help you to determine where the class
structure is insufficient.</>

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OO_SOURCE_BASED039 - The source code of this class is incomplete ?

  The SAP error message OO_SOURCE_BASED039 indicates that the source code of a class is incomplete. This typically occurs in the context of ABAP Object-Oriented programming when the system cannot find the complete implementation of a class or method.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Class Implementation: The class may have been defined but not fully implemented. This can happen if the class is still under development or if the implementation was interrupted.
  Missing Include Files: The class might rely on include files that are not available or not properly included in the class definition.
  Transport Issues: If the class was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport that resulted in incomplete code.
  Version Conflicts: There may be version conflicts if the class is being referenced in a way that does not match its current implementation.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Class Implementation: Go to the class definition in the ABAP Workbench (transaction SE24) and ensure that all methods and attributes are fully implemented.
  Review Include Files: If the class uses include files, verify that all necessary includes are present and correctly referenced in the class.
  Transport Logs: If the class was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate issues with the transport.
  Activate the Class: Sometimes, simply activating the class again can resolve the issue. Use transaction SE24 to activate the class.
  Debugging: If the error occurs during runtime, use the debugger to trace where the error is happening and identify any missing implementations.
  Check Dependencies: Ensure that all dependencies of the class are also implemented and activated.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE24: Class Builder - to view and edit class definitions.
  SE80: Object Navigator - to navigate through various objects including classes.
  SE11: Data Dictionary - to check for any related database objects.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to Object-Oriented programming in ABAP for best practices and guidelines.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or ABAP development team for further assistance.