How To Fix SHMA005 - Syntax error in area class &1: &2, line &3, include &4

SHMA005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SHMA - Shared Objects: Management Messages

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Syntax error in area class &1: &2, line &3, include &4

What causes this issue?

Each area for shared objects has a generated area class. This class has
a syntax error.

System Response

The area class cannot be used for access to the area.

How to fix this error?

Ensure that the model class CL_SHM_AREA_MODEL has no syntax error and
then generate the incorrect area class using transaction SHMA again.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SHMA005 - Syntax error in area class &1: &2, line &3, include &4 ?

  The SAP error message SHMA005 indicates a syntax error in an area class. This error typically occurs during the activation or compilation of ABAP programs or classes. Here’s a breakdown of the components of the error message:
  
  &1: The name of the area class where the error occurred.
  &2: A description of the error.
  &3: The line number where the syntax error was detected.
  &4: The name of the include file where the error is located.
  
  Cause
  The syntax error can be caused by various issues, including but not limited to:
  
  Typographical errors in the code (e.g., missing semicolons, incorrect keywords).
  Incorrectly defined methods or attributes in the class.
  Mismatched parentheses or brackets.
  Using reserved keywords incorrectly.
  Issues with the include file that is being referenced.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the SHMA005 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Error Message: Look at the specific details provided in the error message, especially the line number and the include file name.
  
  
  Review the Code: Navigate to the specified