How To Fix CFD_REGISTRY_CHECK288 - Function Module &1 is registered as BAPI, but is not remote enabled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFD_REGISTRY_CHECK - Custom Fields: Messages for Registry Check

• Message number: 288

• Message text: Function Module &1 is registered as BAPI, but is not remote enabled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFD_REGISTRY_CHECK288 - Function Module &1 is registered as BAPI, but is not remote enabled ?

  The SAP error message CFD_REGISTRY_CHECK288 indicates that a function module is registered as a BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface) but is not marked as remote-enabled. This can lead to issues when trying to call the BAPI from remote systems or applications, as BAPIs are expected to be remote-enabled to facilitate communication.
  Cause:
  
  Function Module Configuration: The function module in question is not set up to be remote-enabled. In SAP, for a function module to be used as a BAPI, it must be marked as remote-enabled.
  BAPI Registration: The function module has been registered as a BAPI in the system, but it does not meet the necessary criteria for remote access.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you need to ensure that the function module is remote-enabled. Here are the steps to do that:
  
  
  Access the Function Module:
  
  Go to transaction code SE37 (Function Module).
  Enter the name of the function module that is causing the error and click on "Display".
  
  
  
  Edit the Function Module:
  
  Click on the "Change" button to edit the function module.
  
  
  
  Set Remote-Enabled Flag:
  
  In the function module attributes, look for the option "Remote-Enabled Module" (this is usually a checkbox).
  Check the box to mark the function module as remote-enabled.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  Save your changes to the function module.
  
  
  
  Re-register the BAPI (if necessary):
  
  If the function module was previously registered as a BAPI, you may need to re-register it using transaction code BAPI or through the appropriate BAPI registration process.
  
  
  
  Test the BAPI:
  
  After making the changes, test the BAPI to ensure that it can be called remotely without any issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAPI Definition: BAPIs are standardized programming interfaces that allow external applications to interact with SAP systems. They are designed to be stable and consistent, making them suitable for integration.
  Remote-Enabled Function Modules: These are function modules that can be called from remote systems, typically using RFC (Remote Function Call).
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE37: Function Module maintenance.
  BAPI: BAPI Explorer for managing BAPIs.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on BAPI and function module configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CFD_REGISTRY_CHECK288 error and ensure that your BAPI is properly configured for remote access.