How To Fix FRMLINF202 - Error while calling; &1 is initial

FRMLINF202 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FRMLINF - RMS-FRM: Messages f. Info System (Search/Output Fct.)Formula

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Error while calling; &1 is initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FRMLINF202 - Error while calling; &1 is initial ?

  The SAP error message FRMLINF202 typically indicates that there is an issue with a function module or a method being called in the system, where the parameter &1 is found to be initial (i.e., it has no value or is empty). This error often arises in the context of form-related processing, such as when working with Adobe forms or Smart Forms in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause of this error is that a required input parameter for a function module or method is not being populated. This could be due to missing data in the database or an issue in the logic that prepares the data for the function call.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the form or the associated function module that leads to the parameter being empty.
  Programming Errors: If custom code is involved, there may be a bug or oversight in the code that