How To Fix BS_SOA_ERR_CAT010 - Element &1 of parameter &2 does not have the appropriate type &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BS_SOA_ERR_CAT - Messages for Error Categorizer

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Element &1 of parameter &2 does not have the appropriate type &3

What causes this issue?

The element &V1& in the structure of the actual parameter that is
assigned to the formal parameter &V2& of method GET_CATEGORIES in
interface IF_BSSOA_ERROR_CATEGORIZER is not compatible with type &V3&.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Adjust the actual parameter that is assigned to the formal parameter
&V2& of method GET_CATEGORIES.
To ensure proper use of the error categorizer, the formal parameter must
contain the element <LS>ID</> of type <LS>SYMSGID</>, and the element
<LS>NUMBER</> of type <LS>SYMSGNO</>. Optionally, it can also contain an
element <LS>CATEGORY</>, which must consist of 15 characters.
Possible structures that meet these requirements are:
BAPIRET2
APPLMSG

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BS_SOA_ERR_CAT010 - Element &1 of parameter &2 does not have the appropriate type &3 ?

  The SAP error message BS_SOA_ERR_CAT010 indicates that there is a type mismatch in the parameters being passed to a service or function. Specifically, the error message states that an element of a parameter does not have the appropriate type as expected by the service or function.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the element being passed does not match the expected data type defined in the service interface or function module.
  Incorrect Mapping: If you are using a mapping tool (like SAP PI/PO or SAP CPI), the mapping between the source and target structures may be incorrect.
  Versioning Issues: If there are changes in the service interface or function module, and the calling program has not been updated accordingly, this can lead to type mismatches.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration in the service definition or in the parameters being passed can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Types: Verify the data types of the parameters being passed. Ensure that they match the expected types defined in the service interface or function module.
  
  
  Review Mapping: If you are using a mapping tool, review the mapping configuration to ensure that the source and target fields are correctly mapped and that the data types are compatible.
  
  
  Update Code: If there have been changes to the service interface or function module, update the calling program or service consumer to ensure it aligns with the new definitions.
  
  
  Debugging: Use debugging tools to trace the execution and identify where the type mismatch is occurring. This can help pinpoint the exact parameter and element causing the issue.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation for the service or function module to understand the expected parameter types and structures.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that the service or function behaves as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific service or function module you are working with.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE37 (Function Module) to inspect the service or function module definitions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the BS_SOA_ERR_CAT010 error in your SAP environment.