How To Fix 5P213 - &: Operation does not exist or has been misspelled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5P - Error Messages for Schema, Pers.Calc.Rule and Feature Checks

• Message number: 213

• Message text: &: Operation does not exist or has been misspelled

What causes this issue?

You have used a non-existant operation, or you have entered the
operation incorrectly.

How to fix this error?

- Enter a '&' in front of the feature operation.
- Use an existing operation.
- Spell the operation correctly.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5P213 - &: Operation does not exist or has been misspelled ?

  The SAP error message 5P213, which states "Operation does not exist or has been misspelled," typically occurs in the context of SAP's process or transaction handling, particularly when dealing with operations in a program or function module. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Misspelled Operation Name: The most common cause is that the operation name you are trying to call is misspelled or does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Function Module/Method: If you are trying to call a function module or method that has been renamed or deleted, this error can occur.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the operation, leading to this error.
  Configuration Issues: If the operation is part of a configuration that has not been properly set up, it may not be recognized by the system.
  Transport Issues: If the operation was recently transported from another system and the transport did not complete successfully, it may not be available.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Spelling: Verify that the operation name is spelled correctly in your code or configuration.
  Validate Existence: Use transaction SE37 (for function modules) or SE80 (for object navigator) to check if the operation or function module exists in the system.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the operation. You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Check Configuration: If the operation is part of a configuration, ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured and activated.
  Transport Logs: If the operation was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport process.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints to see where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for the error code in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific module or function you are working with to ensure you are using the correct operations.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or SAP Community Network (SCN) for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.