How To Fix DDLS373 - Function &: For parameter & only & can be passed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DDLS - For DDL source handling

• Message number: 373

• Message text: Function &: For parameter & only & can be passed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DDLS373 - Function &: For parameter & only & can be passed ?

  The SAP error message DDLS373 typically indicates that there is a mismatch between the expected data type or value for a parameter in a function or method call. The message format suggests that the function is expecting a specific type of parameter, but the provided argument does not meet the criteria.
  Cause:
  
  Parameter Type Mismatch: The function is defined to accept a specific type of parameter (e.g., a certain data type or a specific range of values), and the value being passed does not conform to this requirement.
  Incorrect Value: The value being passed may not be valid for the parameter, such as passing a string when a numeric value is expected.
  Function Definition Changes: If the function or method has been modified (e.g., changes in the parameter list or data types), and the calling code has not been updated accordingly, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Function Definition: Review the function or method definition to understand the expected parameters and their types. Ensure that the calling code matches these expectations.
  Validate Input Values: Ensure that the values being passed to the function are of the correct type and within the acceptable range. If the function expects a specific format (e.g., date format, numeric range), ensure that the input adheres to these requirements.
  Update Calling Code: If the function definition has changed, update the calling code to match the new parameter requirements.
  Debugging: Use debugging tools to trace the execution and identify where the incorrect parameter is being passed. This can help pinpoint the source of the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation for the function or method you are working with to understand the expected parameters.
  ABAP Development: If you are working in an ABAP environment, you can use transaction SE80 or SE37 to view the function module and its parameters.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other developer forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DDLS373 error and ensure that the parameters being passed to the function are correct.