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

DDLS245 - Overview

• 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