How To Fix E_ACTION174 - Function Module signature doesn't match "FM_EA_UTIL_SFM_APPROVER".

E_ACTION174 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E_ACTION - E-Actions

• Message number: 174

• Message text: Function Module signature doesn't match "FM_EA_UTIL_SFM_APPROVER".

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E_ACTION174 - Details

• The SAP error message E_ACTION174 indicates that there is a mismatch in the function module signature for FM_EA_UTIL_SFM_APPROVER. This typically occurs when the function module has been modified or when there are inconsistencies in the system regarding the function module's definition.
  Causes:
  
  Function Module Changes: The function module may have been changed (e.g., parameters added, removed, or modified) in a way that is not compatible with the calling program or other function modules.
  Transport Issues: If the function module was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport that caused the signature to be inconsistent.
  Version Mismatch: Different versions of the function module may exist in different environments (e.g., development, quality assurance, production), leading to signature mismatches.
  Custom Code: If there is custom code that calls this function module, it may not be updated to reflect the changes made to the function module.
  
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