How To Fix EM078 - Describe the return field completely

EM078 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EM - IS-U Migration

• Message number: 078

• Message text: Describe the return field completely

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EM078 - Describe the return field completely ?

  The SAP error message EM078, which states "Describe the return field completely," typically occurs in the context of SAP ABAP programming, particularly when dealing with function modules or BAPIs that return data. This error indicates that the return structure or field is not being populated or described correctly, which can lead to issues in processing the return values.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Return Structure: The return structure may not have all the required fields populated. This can happen if the function module or BAPI is not correctly implemented or if the calling program does not handle the return structure properly.
  Data Type Mismatch: There may be a mismatch in the expected data types between the calling program and the function module or BAPI.
  Missing Error Handling: If the return structure is not being checked for errors or messages, it may lead to incomplete information being passed back to the calling program.
  Incorrect Configuration: Sometimes, the configuration of