How To Fix 57241 - An error occurred in function module & (return code &2)

57241 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 57 - Component 709: Interface to external payroll system

• Message number: 241

• Message text: An error occurred in function module & (return code &2)

What causes this issue?

An error has occurred in the function module.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Please look up the return code in the documentation for the function
module.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 57241 - An error occurred in function module & (return code &2) ?

  The SAP error message 57241, which states "An error occurred in function module & (return code &2)," typically indicates that there was an issue when executing a specific function module in the SAP system. This error can arise from various underlying causes, and the return code can provide additional context about the nature of the error.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Data Issues: The input data being processed by the function module may be incorrect, incomplete, or not in the expected format.
  Configuration Problems: There may be configuration issues in the related modules or settings that the function module relies on.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the function may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  System Errors: There could be temporary system issues, such as memory shortages or database locks.
  Custom Code: If the function module is a custom one, there may be bugs or issues in the custom code.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input Data: Review the data being