How To Fix CACSCUST018 - Incorrect call of function module CACS_LIST_CUSTTABS

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACSCUST - Messages from Copy and Transport Area of Customizing

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Incorrect call of function module CACS_LIST_CUSTTABS

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACSCUST018 - Incorrect call of function module CACS_LIST_CUSTTABS ?

  The SAP error message CACSCUST018 indicates that there is an incorrect call to the function module CACS_LIST_CUSTTABS. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Customer Activity Control System (CACS) or related modules.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Incorrect Parameters: The function module may have been called with incorrect or missing parameters. This can happen if the calling program does not provide the necessary input data or if the data types do not match the expected types.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the function may not have the necessary authorizations to access the function module or the data it requires.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the CACS module that are not set up correctly, leading to the function module being unable to execute properly.
  
  
  System Bugs: There could be bugs in the SAP system or the specific version you are using that affect the function module.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Parameters: Review the parameters being passed to the function module. Ensure that all required parameters are provided and that they are of the correct data type.
  
  
  Review Authorization: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the function module. You can check this in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Look at the SAP documentation for the function module CACS_LIST_CUSTTABS to understand its expected input and output. This can help you identify any discrepancies in how it is being called.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP development environment, you can debug the program that is calling the function module to see where it is failing and what parameters are being passed.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the CACS module to ensure everything is set up correctly. This may involve checking transaction codes related to CACS configuration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Function Module Documentation: You can access the documentation for the function module in the SAP system using transaction code SE37.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes related to CACS, such as CACS for configuration and CACS_CUST for customer activity management.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Use transaction code SU01 to check user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.