How To Fix SY059 - Invalid nesting in macro &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SY - ABAP/4 system messages

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Invalid nesting in macro &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SY059 - Invalid nesting in macro & ?

  The SAP error message SY059: Invalid nesting in macro & typically occurs when there is an issue with the way macros are defined or called in ABAP programs. This error indicates that there is an improper nesting of macro definitions or calls, which violates the rules of macro usage in ABAP.
  Causes:
  
  Improper Macro Nesting: You may have defined a macro within another macro incorrectly, or you may be calling a macro in a way that is not allowed.
  Missing or Extra Keywords: There might be missing keywords like ENDMACRO or extra keywords that disrupt the expected structure of the macro.
  Incorrect Parameters: If the macro is defined to take parameters, ensure that the parameters are being passed correctly.
  Syntax Errors: General syntax errors in the macro definition or invocation can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Macro Definitions: Review the macro definitions to ensure they are correctly defined and properly closed with ENDMACRO.
  Review Nesting: Ensure that macros are not improperly nested. A macro should not be defined inside another macro unless it is explicitly allowed.
  Validate Parameters: If your macro takes parameters, ensure that you are passing the correct number and type of parameters when calling the macro.
  Syntax Review: Go through the code for any syntax errors that might be causing the issue. Use the ABAP editor's syntax check feature to help identify problems.
  Simplify Macros: If possible, simplify the macros to reduce complexity and avoid nesting issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP ABAP documentation for guidelines on defining and using macros.
  SAP Community: Check forums and community discussions for similar issues and solutions shared by other developers.
  Debugging Tools: Use debugging tools in the ABAP Workbench to step through the code and identify where the nesting issue occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the SY059 error in your ABAP program. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with a colleague who has experience with ABAP macros.