How To Fix /SMB/UDP_MESSAGES018 - ENDIF without IF. (line &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/UDP_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: ENDIF without IF. (line &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/UDP_MESSAGES018 - ENDIF without IF. (line &1) ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/UDP_MESSAGES018 ENDIF without IF. (line &1) typically indicates a problem in the ABAP code where an ENDIF statement is present without a corresponding IF statement. This is a syntax error in the ABAP programming language.
  Cause:
  
  Missing IF Statement: The most common cause is that there is an ENDIF statement in the code that does not have a matching IF statement. This can happen if the IF statement was accidentally deleted or commented out.
  Incorrect Nesting: If there are nested IF statements, it is possible that the nesting is incorrect, leading to an ENDIF being placed without a corresponding IF.
  Code Modification: If the code has been modified recently, it is possible that changes introduced a mismatch between IF and ENDIF.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Code: Review the ABAP code around the line number indicated in the error message (line &1). Look for the ENDIF statement and check if there is a corresponding IF statement.
  Add Missing IF: If you find that an IF statement is missing, add it back to the code.
  Correct Nesting: Ensure that all IF statements are properly nested and that each IF has a corresponding ENDIF.
  Syntax Check: Use the syntax check feature in the ABAP editor (transaction SE38 or SE80) to identify and correct any syntax errors in the code.
  Testing: After making the necessary corrections, activate the program and test it to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Syntax: Familiarize yourself with the syntax rules of ABAP, especially regarding control structures like IF, ENDIF, CASE, and ENDCASE.
  Debugging: If the error persists, consider using the debugger to step through the code and identify where the logic may be failing.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or community forums for additional insights and examples related to control structures in ABAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that your ABAP code is functioning correctly.