How To Fix EWA852 - There is an additional mandatory &3 &2 in the signature of function &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EWA - IS-U-WA: Waste Management

• Message number: 852

• Message text: There is an additional mandatory &3 &2 in the signature of function &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EWA852 - There is an additional mandatory &3 &2 in the signature of function &1. ?

  The SAP error message EWA852 indicates that there is an issue with the function module signature in your ABAP code. Specifically, it means that there is an additional mandatory parameter that is required in the function module's signature, which is not being provided in the call to that function.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Function Module Changes: The function module has been modified to include additional mandatory parameters, but the calling program has not been updated to include these parameters.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the function module and the calling program, especially if the function module was recently updated or if you are using a different version of the software.
  Incorrect Function Call: The function is being called incorrectly, either by omitting required parameters or by passing them in the wrong order.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EWA852 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Function Module Signature:
  
  Go to transaction SE37 (Function Builder) and enter the name of the function module that is causing the error.
  Check the parameters of the function module to identify the additional mandatory parameters that need to be included in the call.
  
  
  
  Update the Calling Program:
  
  Modify the ABAP code where the function module is being called to include the additional mandatory parameters.
  Ensure that the parameters are passed in the correct order and with the correct data types.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the program to ensure that the error is resolved and that the function module is being called correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Documentation:
  
  If the function module is part of a standard SAP package, check the release notes or documentation for any changes that might have been made to the function module in recent updates.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  If the issue persists, consult the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE37 (Function Builder), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  ABAP Development: Familiarity with ABAP programming and function module development is essential for troubleshooting this error.
  SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the EWA852 error in your SAP system.