How To Fix FDT_CORE827 - Message text requires a fourth message variable

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_CORE - Formula & Derivation Tool: Core

• Message number: 827

• Message text: Message text requires a fourth message variable

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_CORE827 - Message text requires a fourth message variable ?

  The SAP error message FDT_CORE827 indicates that there is an issue with the message text configuration in the SAP system, specifically that a message text requires a fourth message variable. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Form Data Tool (FDT) or when dealing with message handling in ABAP programs.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when a message is defined with a certain number of placeholders (variables) but is being called with fewer variables than required. For example, if a message is defined to include four variables (e.g., &1, &2, &3, &4) but only three variables are provided when the message is triggered, the system will throw this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Message Definition:
  
  Go to transaction SE91 (Message Class) and find the message class that contains the message number associated with FDT_CORE827.
  Verify the message text and ensure that it is defined correctly with the appropriate number