How To Fix CPF038 - Usage task &1: Parameter mapping required.


CPF038 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: CPF -

  • Message number: 038

  • Message text: Usage task &1: Parameter mapping required.

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  • What causes this issue?

    Usage task &V1&: You entered formula parameters that do not directly
    cover the parameters of the assigned BRFplus function or CPF routine.

    System Response

    The system cannot execute an automatic mapping between the assigned
    formula parameters and the parameters of the BRFplus function or CPF
    routine.

    How to fix this error?

    Do the following in Customizing activity <LS>Define Formula</>:
    <LS>Assign Formula Parameter</>: Check that the assigned formula
    parameters cover all BRFplus function parameters or CPF routine
    parameters. If not, assign the missing formula parameters.
    <LS>Manual Mapping</>: Manually map the formula parameters to the
    BRFplus function parameters and CPF routine parameters.

    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.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CPF038 - Usage task &1: Parameter mapping required. ?
    The SAP error message CPF038, which states "Usage task &1: Parameter mapping required," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow or when dealing with task definitions in SAP. This error indicates that there is a missing or incorrect parameter mapping for a specific usage task.
    
    Cause: Missing Parameter Mapping: The error usually arises when a task is defined in a workflow, but the parameters required for that task have not been properly mapped. Incorrect Configuration: The task may be configured incorrectly, leading to a mismatch between the expected parameters and those provided. Changes in Task Definition: If the task definition has been changed (e.g., parameters added or removed), and the workflow has not been updated accordingly, this error can occur.
    Solution: Check Task Definition: Go to the transaction code PFTC (Task Maintenance) or SWDD (Workflow Builder). Locate the task that is causing the error (indicated by &1 in the error message). Verify the parameters defined for the

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