Unable to save sudoers file due to syntax error.

Solution Verified - Updated -

Issue

  • Unable to save sudoers file due to syntax error while trying to add a new sudo entry.
  • The following message is showing while trying to save.

    >>> sudoers file: syntax error, line 34 <<< 
    What now?
    

Environment

  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4.8

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