How To Fix FDT_EXPRESSIONS817 - Old call variant of static method is obsolete, please use the new one

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_EXPRESSIONS - Formula & Derivation Tool: Expressions

• Message number: 817

• Message text: Old call variant of static method is obsolete, please use the new one

What causes this issue?

You have defined the settings for a procedure call expression according
to the rules that were in effect for static method call expressions up
to Netweaver version 7.01. The former static method call expression is
now obsolete and has been replaced by the procedure call expression.
The procedure call may still be working with the current settings, but
in case of problems SAP will not be able to give any support unless the
expression has been adapted to the new calling conventions.

System Response

The former static method call can still be processed.

How to fix this error?

We strongly recommend to adapt the expression to the calling conventions
that have been defined for the new procedure call expression.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS817 - Old call variant of static method is obsolete, please use the new one ?

  The SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS817 indicates that you are using an old call variant of a static method that has been marked as obsolete. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Field Data Tool (FDT) or when working with expressions in ABAP.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises because the code is attempting to call a static method that has been deprecated in favor of a newer version. This can happen due to:
  
  Updates in the SAP system where certain methods have been replaced or improved.
  Legacy code that has not been updated to comply with the latest standards or best practices.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Identify the Method: Check the code where the error is occurring to identify which static method is being called.
  Consult Documentation: Look up the SAP documentation or release notes for the specific version you are using to find the new method that should be used instead.
  Update the Code: Replace the