How To Fix CL685 - Object & is a class

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL - Classification

• Message number: 685

• Message text: Object & is a class

What causes this issue?

This BAPI cannot be used with objects that are classes.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL685 - Object & is a class ?

  The SAP error message CL685 indicates that the object you are trying to use is a class, but the operation you are attempting is not valid for a class. This error typically arises in the context of ABAP programming when you are trying to perform an operation that is meant for an instance of a class (an object) rather than the class itself.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Object Type: You may be trying to call a method or access an attribute on a class instead of an instance of that class.
  Static vs. Instance Context: You might be trying to access instance methods or attributes in a static context without creating an instance of the class.
  Typographical Error: There could be a typo in the object name, leading to confusion between class names and instance names.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Object Type: Ensure that you are working with an instance of the class. If you need to call a method or access an attribute, you should first create an instance of the class using the CREATE OBJECT statement.
  DATA: lo_instance TYPE REF TO your_class.
  CREATE OBJECT lo_instance.
  lo_instance->your_method( ).
  
  
  Use Static Methods: If the method you are trying to call is static, ensure you are calling it correctly using the class name:
  your_class=>your_static_method( ).
  
  
  Review Code Logic: Go through your code to ensure that you are not mistakenly treating a class as an object. Look for any lines where you might be trying to access instance-specific data or methods without having instantiated the class.
  
  
  Debugging: If you are unsure where the error is occurring, use the debugger to step through your code and check the types of the objects you are working with.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Object-Oriented Programming: Familiarize yourself with the principles of object-oriented programming in ABAP, including the difference between classes and instances.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on class and object handling in ABAP.
  Community Forums: If you continue to face issues, consider reaching out to SAP community forums or support for additional insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CL685 error and ensure that your code correctly distinguishes between classes and instances.