How To Fix 1X208 - Error: The table passed is not a ranges table

1X208 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1X - General hierarchy maintenance tool message

• Message number: 208

• Message text: Error: The table passed is not a ranges table

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1X208 - Error: The table passed is not a ranges table ?

  The SAP error message 1X208 ("The table passed is not a ranges table") typically occurs when a function module or method expects a specific type of table (usually a range table) but receives a different type of table instead. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when working with selection options or when passing parameters to function modules that require a specific format.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Table Type: The most common cause is that the table being passed does not conform to the expected structure. For example, if a function expects a table of type RANGES but receives a standard internal table, this error will occur.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the table being passed does not match the expected data type in the function module or method signature.
  Improper Declaration: The internal table may not be declared correctly as a range table.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Table Declaration: Ensure that the internal table you are