How To Fix FL069 - TABLES parameters are obsolete!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FL - Function Builder messages

• Message number: 069

• Message text: TABLES parameters are obsolete!

What causes this issue?

TABLES parameters are table parameters. Table parameters are obsolete
CHANGING parameters that are typed as internal standard tables with a
header line. If an internal table without a header line or a table body
is passed as an actual parameter to such a formal parameter, an empty
header line is generated in the function module. If an internal table
with a header line is used as an actual parameter, both the table body
and the header line are passed to the function module. In the case of
formal parameters defined with TABLES, no value transmission is
possible.
Formal parameters defined with TABLES can be replaced by formal
parameters defined with CHANGING. A local work area can be created in
the function module for the internal table using the addition LIKE LINE
OF itab of the DATA statement in the function module.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FL069 - TABLES parameters are obsolete! ?

  The SAP error message FL069, which states "TABLES parameters are obsolete," typically occurs when you are using a function module or a method that has been updated or changed in a way that no longer supports the use of TABLES parameters. This is common in newer versions of SAP where the use of TABLES parameters has been deprecated in favor of more modern programming practices.
  Cause:
  
  Obsolete Functionality: The function module or method you are trying to use has been updated, and the TABLES parameters are no longer supported.
  Version Compatibility: You may be using an older piece of code that was written for a previous version of SAP where TABLES parameters were still valid.
  SAP Notes: There may be specific SAP Notes that indicate changes in the function modules or methods that you are using.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Update Code: Modify the code to remove the TABLES parameters and replace them with the appropriate data structures or parameters. You can use IMPORTING, EXPORTING, or CHANGING parameters instead.
  For example, if you have:
  CALL FUNCTION 'FUNCTION_NAME'
    TABLES
      it_table = it_data.
  You might need to change it to:
  CALL FUNCTION 'FUNCTION_NAME'
    IMPORTING
      et_table = it_data.
  
  
  Check Documentation: Review the documentation for the function module or method you are using to understand the new parameter structure and how to implement it correctly.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional guidance or updates regarding the function module or method you are using.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, thoroughly test the updated code to ensure that it functions as expected without any errors.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Function Modules: Familiarize yourself with the SAP function module documentation to understand the parameters and their usage.
  ABAP Programming Guidelines: Review the latest ABAP programming guidelines to ensure that your code adheres to best practices.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums to seek advice or share experiences related to similar issues.
  
  By addressing the use of obsolete TABLES parameters and updating your code accordingly, you should be able to resolve the FL069 error message.