How To Fix EDOCUMENT198 - Method &2 in class &1 can only be used for the eDocument Cockpit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDOCUMENT - eDocument: Messages

• Message number: 198

• Message text: Method &2 in class &1 can only be used for the eDocument Cockpit

What causes this issue?

You accessed the method without providing an instance to the class
CL_EDOC_COCKPIT.

System Response

The system accepts the uses of this method only for the eDocument
Cockpit.

How to fix this error?

Create an instance of the eDocument Cockpit first or use another method.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDOCUMENT198 - Method &2 in class &1 can only be used for the eDocument Cockpit ?

  The SAP error message EDOCUMENT198 indicates that a specific method in a class is being called in a context that is not supported by the eDocument Cockpit. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to use a method that is intended for the eDocument Cockpit in a different context or application.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Context: The method you are trying to use is designed specifically for the eDocument Cockpit, and it cannot be executed in the current context (e.g., a different transaction or program).
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that are not properly set up for the eDocument Cockpit, leading to the method being unavailable.
  Version Compatibility: The version of the SAP system or the eDocument Cockpit may not support the method being called.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Context: Ensure that you are executing the method within the eDocument Cockpit. If you are trying to call it from a different transaction or program, you will