How To Fix C0317 - - Charact.& &: Error in function &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C0 - PP-PI: Messages for PI Sheet and Syntax Checker

• Message number: 317

• Message text: - Charact.& &: Error in function &

What causes this issue?

This process instruction is of type "dynamic function call".
Characteristic &V1& &V2& specifies that function module &V3& is to be
called. An error occured when the system attempted to call this
function module.

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?

INCLUDE 'NA_SYSVERW' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
INCLUDE 'NA_SYSVW_HINW' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
The check routine is aborted with exception MESSAGE.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C0317 - - Charact.& &: Error in function & ?

  The SAP error message C0317 typically indicates that there is an issue with character handling in a specific function or transaction. The error message format suggests that it is related to character data types, and the "&" symbols usually represent placeholders for specific function names or parameters that are causing the issue.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characters: The error may occur if the input data contains invalid characters that are not allowed in the specific context of the function being executed.
  Data Type Mismatch: There could be a mismatch between the expected data type and the actual data being processed.
  Function Logic Error: The function itself may have a bug or logic error that is causing it to fail when processing certain inputs.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not set up correctly, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Data: Review the input data for any invalid characters or formatting issues. Ensure that the data conforms to the expected format for the function.
  Data Type Validation: Verify that the data types being passed to the function match the expected types. If necessary, convert or format the data appropriately.
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, consider debugging the function to identify where the error is occurring. Look for any specific lines of code that may be causing the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error. There may be known issues or updates that can resolve the problem.
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific function or transaction to ensure that you are using it correctly and that all required parameters are being provided.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: If you are encountering this error in a specific transaction, note the transaction code and check for any known issues related to that transaction.
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same error.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.