How To Fix AJ271 - FM &1 import table &2 is empty (internal error)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AJ - Billing program

• Message number: 271

• Message text: FM &1 import table &2 is empty (internal error)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AJ271 - FM &1 import table &2 is empty (internal error) ?

  The SAP error message "AJ271 FM &1 import table &2 is empty (internal error)" typically indicates that there is an issue with a function module (FM) where the import parameters are not being populated correctly. This can happen for various reasons, including issues with the function module itself, the calling program, or the data being passed to it.
  Causes:
  
  Function Module Issues: The function module may not be implemented correctly or may have been modified in a way that it does not handle the input parameters properly.
  Data Issues: The data being passed to the function module might be empty or not in the expected format, leading to an empty import table.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that are not set up correctly, affecting how the function module operates.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations can sometimes lead to unexpected behavior in function modules.
  System Bugs: There could be bugs in the SAP system or specific patches that need to be applied.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Function Module Implementation: Review the implementation of the function module to ensure that it is correctly defined and that all necessary import parameters are being populated.
  Debugging: Use the debugger to step through the code that calls the function module. Check the values being passed to the import parameters to ensure they are not empty.
  Review Data: Ensure that the data being passed to the function module is valid and not empty. Validate the data sources and ensure they are populated correctly.
  Check Configuration: Review any relevant configuration settings in the SAP system that may affect the function module's behavior.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the function module has the necessary authorizations to access the data and execute the function.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error message.
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation for the function module to understand its expected input and output parameters.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE37 (Function Builder) to examine the function module or SE80 (Object Navigator) to look at the related programs.
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and you have access to SAP Support, consider opening a support ticket for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution.