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

5P213 - Overview

• 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