How To Fix AREN250 - &1 Interface of read module &2 does not conform to standards

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AREN - Messages - Archiving Engine

• Message number: 250

• Message text: &1 Interface of read module &2 does not conform to standards

What causes this issue?

The interface of read module &V2& is not standardized. The interface
does not conform to the reference implementation. The reference is
function module &V3&.
Use exactly the same interface.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AREN250 - &1 Interface of read module &2 does not conform to standards ?

  The SAP error message AREN250 indicates that there is a problem with the interface of a read module in your SAP system. Specifically, it states that the interface does not conform to the expected standards. This can occur in various contexts, such as when working with ABAP programs, function modules, or BAPIs.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Mismatch in Parameters: The parameters defined in the read module do not match the expected parameters in terms of data types, number of parameters, or their order.
  Incorrect Interface Definition: The interface of the read module may not be defined correctly according to the standards set by SAP.
  Versioning Issues: If there are multiple versions of the module or if the module has been modified, it may lead to inconsistencies.
  Transport Issues: If the module was transported from one system to another, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to interface mismatches.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AREN250 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Interface Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction SE37 (Function Module) or SE80 (Object Navigator) and check the definition of the read module (&2 in the error message).
  Ensure that the parameters are defined correctly and conform to the expected standards.
  
  
  
  Compare with Standard:
  
  If the read module is a custom one, compare it with a standard SAP module that performs a similar function. This can help identify discrepancies in the interface.
  
  
  
  Review ABAP Code:
  
  If the read module is being called from an ABAP program, review the code to ensure that the parameters being passed match the expected types and order.
  
  
  
  Check for Modifications:
  
  If the module has been modified, check the change logs to see if any recent changes could have caused the issue.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If the module was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the read module to ensure that it now conforms to the expected standards and that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific read module or the error message.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for guidelines on defining function modules and their interfaces.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting on SAP community forums for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the AREN250 error in your SAP system.