How To Fix CBGLBC012 - Correct the ABAP type for &3 parameter &1 in function module &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CBGLBC - Labels Basis Components Messages

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Correct the ABAP type for &3 parameter &1 in function module &2

What causes this issue?

The system attempted to call the function module &v2& dynamically.
However, the ABAP data type specified for the &v3& parameter &v1& in the
function module interface is not correct.

System Response

The function module &v2& is not called.

How to fix this error?

Correct the ABAP data type for the &v3& parameter &v1& in the interface
to function module &v2&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CBGLBC012 - Correct the ABAP type for &3 parameter &1 in function module &2 ?

  The SAP error message CBGLBC012 indicates that there is a mismatch in the ABAP data type for a parameter in a function module. This error typically arises when the data type of a parameter being passed to a function module does not match the expected data type defined in the function module's interface.
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The parameter being passed to the function module has a different data type than what is defined in the function module's interface.
  Incorrect Structure or Table Type: If you are passing a structure or table, it may not match the expected structure or table type in the function module.
  Inconsistent Data Length: The length of the data being passed may not match the expected length defined in the function module.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Function Module Interface: 
  
  Go to transaction SE37 (Function Module) and enter the name of the function module mentioned in the error message.
  Check the parameter types defined in the interface of the function module.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Types: 
  
  Ensure that the data types of the parameters you are passing match the expected data types in the function module.
  If you are using structures or tables, ensure that they are defined correctly and match the expected types.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Types: 
  
  If you find a mismatch, adjust the data type of the variable you are passing to match the expected type.
  You may need to convert data types using appropriate ABAP statements (e.g., CAST, CONVERT, etc.) if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check for Implicit Conversions: 
  
  Sometimes, implicit conversions may not work as expected. Ensure that you are explicitly converting data types if needed.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes: 
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the function module call again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE37: Function Module
  SE80: Object Navigator (to check related objects)
  SE11: Data Dictionary (to check data types and structures)
  
  
  
  ABAP Data Types: Familiarize yourself with the different ABAP data types (e.g., CHAR, NUMC, DATS, etc.) and their characteristics.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using the debugger to step through the code and inspect the values and types of the parameters being passed to the function module.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the cause of the CBGLBC012 error in your SAP system.