How To Fix ABAP_TESTDOUBLE027 - &4 Is Called Times cannot be negative

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ABAP_TESTDOUBLE -

• Message number: 027

• Message text: &4 Is Called Times cannot be negative

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ABAP_TESTDOUBLE027 - &4 Is Called Times cannot be negative ?

  The SAP error message ABAP_TESTDOUBLE027 indicates that there is an issue with a test double (a mock or stub used in unit testing) in your ABAP code. Specifically, the message states that the number of times a method is called cannot be negative. This typically occurs in the context of unit tests where you are defining expectations for how many times a method should be invoked.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by an attempt to set the expected number of calls for a method to a negative value. This can happen if:
  
  There is a logical error in the test setup where the expected call count is incorrectly calculated or set.
  A variable that is supposed to hold the expected call count is not initialized properly or is manipulated in a way that results in a negative value.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Review the Test Code: Check the unit test code where the test