How To Fix EC081 - The function & was passed to the buffer

EC081 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EC - Development environment: Menu Painter

• Message number: 081

• Message text: The function & was passed to the buffer

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EC081 - The function & was passed to the buffer ?

  The SAP error message EC081 typically indicates that a function module or method was passed to a buffer, which is not allowed or is not functioning as expected. This error can occur in various contexts, often related to performance optimization or data handling in SAP systems.
  
  Cause:
  
  Function Module Misuse: The error may arise if a function module is incorrectly called or if it is not designed to be used in a certain context (e.g., within a buffer).
  Buffering Issues: If the function is expected to return data that is not compatible with the buffering mechanism, it can lead to this error.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of the function module or the related data structures can also lead to this error.
  Data Type Mismatch: If the data types being passed to the function do not match the expected types, it can trigger this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Function Module: Review the function module or method being called. Ensure