How To Fix RG118 - A right string delimiter is missing in row &1

RG118 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RG - BW generation tool: Messages

• Message number: 118

• Message text: A right string delimiter is missing in row &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RG118 - A right string delimiter is missing in row &1 ?

  The SAP error message RG118, which states "A right string delimiter is missing in row &1," typically occurs during the execution of a data import or data processing task, particularly when dealing with text files or data records that involve string literals. This error indicates that the system has encountered a string that is not properly closed with a delimiter, such as a quotation mark.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Delimiter: The most common cause is that a string in the data being processed is missing its closing delimiter (e.g., a missing quotation mark).
  Improper Formatting: The data may not be formatted correctly, leading to misinterpretation of the string boundaries.
  Special Characters: Special characters within the string may not be escaped properly, causing the parser to misinterpret the string.
  Data Corruption: The data file may be corrupted or improperly generated, leading to structural issues.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Data File: Open the data file and inspect the row indicated by the