How To Fix SDDIC_ADT_DDLA022 - Value for enumeration types must start with a '#' character

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDDIC_ADT_DDLA - Messages for Annotation Definition Design Time

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Value for enumeration types must start with a '#' character

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDDIC_ADT_DDLA022 - Value for enumeration types must start with a '#' character ?

  The SAP error message SDDIC_ADT_DDLA022 indicates that there is an issue with the definition of enumeration types in your ABAP code or data dictionary. Specifically, the error states that the value for enumeration types must start with a # character.
  Cause:
  In ABAP, enumeration types are defined to represent a set of predefined values. Each value in an enumeration must start with a # character to indicate that it is a member of the enumeration. If you define an enumeration value without the #, the system will raise this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that all enumeration values in your code or data dictionary definitions start with the # character. Here’s how you can do that:
  
  
  Locate the Enumeration Definition: Find the enumeration type in your ABAP code or data dictionary where the error is occurring.
  
  
  Check the Values: Review the values defined for the enumeration. Ensure that each value is prefixed with #. For example, if you have an enumeration defined like this:
  TYPES: ENUM_TYPE TYPE STRING ENUMERATION
    VALUE 'VALUE1',  " This will cause the error
    VALUE 'VALUE2'.
  You should change it to:
  TYPES: ENUM_TYPE TYPE STRING ENUMERATION
    VALUE '#VALUE1',  " Corrected
    VALUE '#VALUE2'.
  
  
  Activate the Changes: After making the necessary changes, activate the object in the ABAP Workbench or the relevant development environment.
  
  
  Test the Changes: Run your program or transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on enumeration types and their usage in ABAP.
  SAP Community: You can also check the SAP Community forums for discussions related to this error, as other developers may have encountered similar issues.
  Code Review: If you are working in a team, consider conducting a code review to ensure that all enumeration values are correctly defined across your codebase.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SDDIC_ADT_DDLA022 error and ensure that your enumeration types are correctly defined.