How To Fix DDLS245 - Function &: value of &. Parameter must be a positive integer value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DDLS - For DDL source handling

• Message number: 245

• Message text: Function &: value of &. Parameter must be a positive integer value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DDLS245 - Function &: value of &. Parameter must be a positive integer value ?

  The SAP error message DDLS245 indicates that a function parameter is expected to be a positive integer, but the value provided does not meet this requirement. This error typically occurs in the context of data dictionary operations, such as when working with table definitions, views, or other data elements in the ABAP Dictionary.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input: The most common cause of this error is that a parameter that is supposed to be a positive integer has been given a non-integer value, zero, or a negative number.
  Data Type Mismatch: The parameter may be defined in a way that does not match the expected data type, leading to the error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the function module or method that is being called, leading to incorrect parameter values being passed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Parameter Values: Review the values being passed to the function or method that triggered the error. Ensure that all parameters that are expected to be positive integers are indeed positive integers.
  Debugging: If you are unsure where the incorrect value is coming from, use the ABAP debugger to step through the code and inspect the values of the parameters at runtime.
  Review Function Module/Method Documentation: Check the documentation for the function module or method to understand the expected input parameters and their constraints.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in your code to ensure that parameters are validated before being passed to the function. This can help prevent similar errors in the future.
  Consult SAP Notes: If the issue persists, check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Modules), or SE80 (Object Navigator) to investigate the definitions and parameters of the function/module causing the error.
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  Error Handling: Implement proper error handling in your ABAP code to gracefully manage such errors and provide meaningful feedback to users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the DDLS245 error and implement a solution to resolve it.