How To Fix SDDIC_ADT_DDLA030 - Keyword in wrong case, replace with '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Keyword in wrong case, replace with '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDDIC_ADT_DDLA030 - Keyword in wrong case, replace with '&1' ?

  The SAP error message SDDIC_ADT_DDLA030 indicates that there is a keyword in your ABAP code or data dictionary definition that is not in the correct case. In ABAP, keywords are case-sensitive, and they must be written in the correct case as defined by the language specifications.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A keyword (such as a data type, statement, or function) is written in an incorrect case. For example, using DATA instead of data or SELECT instead of select.
  The system expects a specific keyword in a certain case, and it finds it in a different case.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Identify the Keyword: Look at the error message closely. The message will typically indicate which keyword is causing the issue, represented by &1.
  Correct the Case: Change the keyword to the correct case as specified by the ABAP language. For example, if the error message indicates data, you should replace it with DATA.
  Check for Consistency: Ensure that all keywords in your code are consistently written in the correct case.
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Case Sensitivity: In ABAP, keywords are generally written in uppercase, while variable names and other identifiers can be in mixed or lowercase. However, it is a good practice to follow the convention of using uppercase for keywords.
  Development Tools: If you are using the ABAP Development Tools (ADT) in Eclipse or another IDE, it may provide syntax highlighting and error checking that can help you identify case issues more easily.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for ABAP programming to understand the correct usage of keywords and their case sensitivity.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SDDIC_ADT_DDLA030 error and ensure that your ABAP code adheres to the required syntax rules.