How To Fix OZ055 - General syntax error, e.g. parentheses specified incorrectly

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OZ - Customizing Basis tools

• Message number: 055

• Message text: General syntax error, e.g. parentheses specified incorrectly

What causes this issue?

There is a syntax error in the Boolean expression.

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?

Read the documentation for the field. Examples are used to describe the
functionality.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OZ055 - General syntax error, e.g. parentheses specified incorrectly ?

  The SAP error message OZ055, which indicates a "General syntax error, e.g., parentheses specified incorrectly," typically arises during the execution of ABAP programs or when working with SAP queries. This error suggests that there is a syntax issue in the code or query being executed, often related to the incorrect use of parentheses or other structural elements.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Parentheses Usage: Mismatched or incorrectly placed parentheses in expressions or function calls.
  Syntax Errors in ABAP Code: Other syntax issues in the ABAP code, such as missing keywords, incorrect variable declarations, or improper use of operators.
  Invalid SQL Queries: If the error occurs in the context of a database query, it may be due to incorrect SQL syntax.
  Improperly Defined Data Structures: Issues with data types or structures that do not match expected formats.
  Logical Errors: Logical errors in the code that lead to unexpected syntax interpretations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Parentheses: Review the code or query for any mismatched or incorrectly placed parentheses. Ensure that every opening parenthesis has a corresponding closing parenthesis.
  Review Syntax: Go through the ABAP code or SQL query line by line to identify any syntax errors. Use the ABAP editor's syntax check feature (Ctrl + F2) to help identify issues.
  Debugging: If the error occurs during runtime, use the debugger to step through the code and identify the exact line where the error occurs.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or ABAP programming guidelines for correct syntax and usage of functions or statements.
  Test in Isolation: If possible, isolate the problematic code or query and test it separately to identify the specific cause of the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Syntax Check: Use the ABAP Workbench (SE80) or ABAP Editor (SE38) to perform syntax checks on your programs.
  Error Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for additional context or related error messages that may provide more insight into the issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for additional support and to see if others have encountered similar issues.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues or provide patches related to the error.
  
  By carefully reviewing the code and following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the OZ055 error.