How To Fix 5C557 - Selected method was not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5C - HR: Messages for Switzerland

• Message number: 557

• Message text: Selected method was not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5C557 - Selected method was not found ?

  The SAP error message 5C557 ("Selected method was not found") typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow or when working with Business Object Methods in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the method that has been specified in the workflow or in the business object.
  Causes:
  
  Method Not Defined: The method you are trying to call does not exist in the specified business object.
  Incorrect Method Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the method you are trying to invoke.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the method.
  Business Object Not Active: The business object or method may not be active or properly configured in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the method was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Method Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction SWO1 (Business Object Builder) and check if the method exists in the business object you are working with.
  Ensure that the method is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Method Name:
  
  Double-check the spelling and case of the method name in your workflow or program. Ensure it matches exactly with the definition in the business object.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the workflow or calling the method has the necessary authorizations. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Activate Business Object:
  
  If the business object or method is not active, activate it in the Business Object Builder (SWO1).
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the method was recently transported, ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included. You may need to re-import or activate the transport.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the workflow or method to see where the error occurs and gather more information.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWO1: Business Object Builder
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWI2_FREQ: Work Item Selection with Frequency
  SWU3: Automatic Workflow Customizing
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal or SAP Notes for specific details related to your version of SAP and the business object you are working with.
  
  
  SAP Community: You can also check the SAP Community forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.