How To Fix RFAC_QUICKFIX118 - Declare local variable '&1' explicitly

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RFAC_QUICKFIX - Refactoring Messages

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Declare local variable '&1' explicitly

What causes this issue?

System Response

Creates a classic declaration for the local variable &V1& and removes
the existing inline declaration.

How to fix this error?

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 RFAC_QUICKFIX118 - Declare local variable '&1' explicitly ?

  The SAP error message RFAC_QUICKFIX118, which states "Declare local variable '&1' explicitly," typically occurs in ABAP (Advanced Business Application Programming) when a local variable is used without being explicitly declared. This is a common issue in ABAP programming, especially when using newer versions of the language that enforce stricter variable declaration rules.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the use of a variable that has not been declared in the local scope of the program or method. In ABAP, all variables must be declared before they can be used. This error often arises in the following scenarios:
  
  A variable is used in a calculation or assignment without a prior declaration.
  The variable is misspelled or incorrectly referenced.
  The variable is expected to be a field from a database table or structure but is not declared as such.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to explicitly declare the variable in the appropriate scope. Here are the steps