How To Fix >2506 - Return type &1 does not exist as a domain fixed value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >2 -

• Message number: 506

• Message text: Return type &1 does not exist as a domain fixed value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >2506 - Return type &1 does not exist as a domain fixed value ?

  The SAP error message "Return type &1 does not exist as a domain fixed value" (error code >2506) typically occurs when there is an issue with the return type specified in a function module or method. This error indicates that the return type you are trying to use is not defined as a fixed value in the corresponding domain.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Return Type: The return type specified in the function module or method does not match any of the fixed values defined in the domain.
  Domain Configuration: The domain associated with the return type may not have been properly configured or may be missing the expected fixed values.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the return type name or in the fixed values defined in the domain.
  Transport Issues: If the function module or method was transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the domain definitions between the systems.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Domain Definition:
  
  Go to transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Enter the domain name associated with the return type and check if the fixed values are defined correctly.
  If the fixed value for the return type is missing, you may need to add it.
  
  
  
  Verify Function Module/Method:
  
  Go to transaction code SE37 (Function Module) or SE80 (Object Navigator).
  Open the function module or method that is generating the error.
  Check the return type definition and ensure it matches the fixed values defined in the domain.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Double-check the spelling of the return type and ensure it matches exactly with the defined fixed values.
  
  
  
  Transport Consistency:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all related objects (including domains) were transported correctly.
  You may need to re-transport the domain or related objects if inconsistencies are found.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the expected return types, consult the documentation or the development team for clarification on the expected values.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the function module or method to trace where the error is being triggered.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary for checking domain definitions.
  SE37: Function Module for checking the function module definition.
  SE80: Object Navigator for a broader view of objects and their relationships.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  SAP Community: You can also search the SAP Community forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message >2506 in SAP.