How To Fix SDDL_PARSER_MSG111 - ABAP DDL source code can only be closed with ";"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDDL_PARSER_MSG - Message Class for DDL Parser

• Message number: 111

• Message text: ABAP DDL source code can only be closed with ";"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDDL_PARSER_MSG111 - ABAP DDL source code can only be closed with ";" ?

  The SAP error message SDDL_PARSER_MSG111 indicates that there is a syntax error in your ABAP Data Definition Language (DDL) source code. Specifically, this error occurs when the DDL statement is not properly terminated with a semicolon (;). In ABAP DDL, each statement must end with a semicolon to indicate the end of that statement.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is the absence of a semicolon at the end of a DDL statement. This can happen due to:
  
  Forgetting to add a semicolon after a statement.
  Incorrectly formatting the DDL code.
  Having a multiline statement that is not properly closed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Check the DDL Code: Review the DDL source code where the error is reported. Look for any statements that are missing a semicolon at the end.
  Add Semicolons: Ensure that every DDL statement is properly terminated with a semicolon.
  Validate Syntax: Use the syntax check feature in the ABAP editor to validate your code. This can help identify other potential syntax issues.
  Review Multiline Statements: If you have multiline statements, ensure that each line is correctly formatted and that the entire statement is properly closed with a semicolon.
  
  Example:
  Here’s a simple example of a DDL statement that would trigger this error:
  DATA: lv_example TYPE string
  To fix it, you would add a semicolon:
  DATA: lv_example TYPE string;
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP DDL: ABAP Data Definition Language is used to define database objects such as tables, views, and indexes in the ABAP Dictionary.
  Syntax Check: In the ABAP editor, you can perform a syntax check by using the menu option or the shortcut (usually Ctrl + F2).
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on DDL syntax and best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SDDL_PARSER_MSG111 error and ensure your DDL code is correctly formatted.