How To Fix SBD_MESSAGES002 - Token "&1" in line &2 does not match dictionary syntax rules

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SBD_MESSAGES - Messages for source based DDIC

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Token "&1" in line &2 does not match dictionary syntax rules

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SBD_MESSAGES002 - Token "&1" in line &2 does not match dictionary syntax rules ?

  The SAP error message SBD_MESSAGES002 indicates that there is a syntax issue with a token in a message definition. This error typically arises when the message text or the parameters used in the message do not conform to the expected syntax rules defined in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Token: The token (represented by &1 in the error message) does not match the expected format or contains invalid characters.
  Incorrect Line Number: The line number (&2) indicates where the error is found, which may help in identifying the specific message definition that is causing the issue.
  Message Definition Issues: The message might be incorrectly defined in the message class or the parameters used in the message are not properly formatted.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Message Definition:
  
  Go to transaction SE91 (Message Class) in SAP.
  Locate the message class that contains the message causing the error.
  Review the message definition for any syntax errors, such as missing or extra characters, incorrect parameter usage, or invalid tokens.
  
  
  
  Validate Tokens:
  
  Ensure that the tokens used in the message (like &1, &2, etc.) are correctly defined and match the expected parameters.
  Tokens should be numeric and should not contain special characters or spaces.
  
  
  
  Correct Syntax:
  
  If you find any discrepancies in the message definition, correct them according to the syntax rules.
  Ensure that the message text is properly formatted and adheres to the guidelines for message definitions in SAP.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making corrections, test the message to ensure that it no longer triggers the error.
  You can do this by executing the transaction or program that was causing the error.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that the changes are transported to the appropriate systems (e.g., QA, Production) as needed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Message Classes: In SAP, messages are organized into message classes, which can be managed using transaction SE91.
  Message Syntax Rules: Familiarize yourself with the syntax rules for message definitions in SAP to avoid similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SBD_MESSAGES002 error and ensure that your message definitions are correctly formatted.