How To Fix FMMD_E010 - Enter valid data for the substring function

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMMD_E - Funds Management Master Data

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Enter valid data for the substring function

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMMD_E010 - Enter valid data for the substring function ?

  The SAP error message FMMD_E010 ("Enter valid data for the substring function") typically occurs when there is an issue with the parameters provided to a substring function in an ABAP program or a related configuration. This error indicates that the input values for the substring operation are not valid, which can happen for several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Start Position: The starting position for the substring may be less than 1 or greater than the length of the string.
  Invalid Length: The length specified for the substring may be negative or exceed the remaining length of the string from the starting position.
  Empty or Null String: The string from which the substring is being extracted may be empty or null.
  Data Type Issues: The data type of the variable being used may not be compatible with the substring function.
  Incorrect Logic: There may be logical errors in the code that lead to invalid parameters being passed to the substring function.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input Values: Ensure that the starting position and length parameters are valid. The starting position should be greater than 0 and less than or equal to the length of the string.
  Validate String Length: Before calling the substring function, check the length of the string to ensure it is not empty and that the parameters for the substring are within valid ranges.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling to catch cases where invalid parameters might be passed to the substring function.
  Debugging: Use debugging tools to step through the code and inspect the values being passed to the substring function to identify any discrepancies.
  Data Type Verification: Ensure that the variables used in the substring function are of the correct data type and format.
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP ABAP documentation for details on the substring function and its parameters.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message FMMD_E010.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.