How To Fix FDT_CP_MSG215 - Return parameter expected to be a table type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_CP_MSG -

• Message number: 215

• Message text: Return parameter expected to be a table type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_CP_MSG215 - Return parameter expected to be a table type ?

  The SAP error message FDT_CP_MSG215 indicates that a return parameter in a function module or method is expected to be of a table type, but it is not. This typically occurs in the context of using Function Design Tools (FDT) or when working with ABAP code that involves function modules or methods that are expected to return multiple records in a table format.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Parameter Type: The return parameter defined in the function module or method is not of the expected table type. For example, it might be defined as a single structure or a different data type.
  Mismatch in Data Types: The calling program or function might be passing a parameter that does not match the expected table type.
  Configuration Issues: If you are using FDT, there might be a misconfiguration in the way the function or method is set up.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Function Module/Method Definition:
  
  Go to the function module or method definition in SE37 (for function modules) or SE80 (for classes/methods).
  Ensure that the return parameter is defined as a table type (e.g., TABLE OF <type>).
  
  
  
  Adjust Calling Program:
  
  In the program or function that calls this function module/method, ensure that you are passing a variable of the correct table type.
  If you are using a structure, convert it to a table type before calling the function.
  
  
  
  Review Data Types:
  
  Make sure that the data types match between the calling program and the function module/method. If the function expects a specific table type, ensure that you are using the same type.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you are unsure where the issue lies, use the debugger to step through the code and check the types of the parameters being passed.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to the documentation of the function module or method to understand the expected input and output parameters.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Function Modules: In SAP, function modules are reusable pieces of code that can be called from other programs. They can have various types of parameters, including input, output, and tables.
  ABAP Data Types: Understanding ABAP data types is crucial. Table types are defined using TYPE TABLE OF or TYPE STANDARD TABLE OF.
  FDT (Function Design Tools): If you are using FDT, ensure that the design of the function is correct and that the return parameters are properly configured.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message FDT_CP_MSG215 and ensure that your function module or method is correctly set up to handle table-type return parameters.