How To Fix GENCA_MENA009 - Method ZCL_MENA_REP->GET_SELSCR_CRITERIA. Attribute & not accessible.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GENCA_MENA - General cross appl.messages for MENA

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Method ZCL_MENA_REP->GET_SELSCR_CRITERIA. Attribute & not accessible.

What causes this issue?

The attribute defined in report specific class is not
accessible from superclass.
Probably is marked as private or protected.

System Response

Either change visibility to public or
add the class ZCL_MENA_REP as a friend of report specific class.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GENCA_MENA009 - Method ZCL_MENA_REP->GET_SELSCR_CRITERIA. Attribute & not accessible. ?

  The SAP error message GENCA_MENA009 indicates that there is an issue with accessing a specific attribute in the method GET_SELSCR_CRITERIA of the class ZCL_MENA_REP. This error typically arises when the attribute is either not defined, not accessible due to visibility restrictions, or there is a typo in the attribute name.
  Causes:
  
  Attribute Not Defined: The attribute you are trying to access may not be defined in the class ZCL_MENA_REP.
  Visibility Issues: The attribute may be defined but is not accessible due to its visibility (e.g., it might be declared as PRIVATE or PROTECTED).
  Typographical Error: There could be a typo in the attribute name when trying to access it.
  Inheritance Issues: If the class is inheriting from a parent class, the attribute may not be available in the child class.
  Context Issues: The method might be called in a context where the attribute is not initialized or available.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Attribute Definition: Verify that the attribute is defined in the class ZCL_MENA_REP. You can do this by checking the class definition in the ABAP Workbench (SE80 or SE24).
  Review Visibility: Ensure that the attribute is declared with the appropriate visibility (e.g., PUBLIC if it needs to be accessed from outside the class).
  Correct Typographical Errors: Double-check the spelling of the attribute name in the method to ensure there are no typos.
  Check Inheritance: If the class is inheriting from another class, ensure that the attribute is accessible in the context of the child class.
  Initialization: Ensure that the attribute is properly initialized before it is accessed in the method.
  Debugging: Use the debugger to step through the code and identify where the error occurs. This can provide insights into the state of the object and its attributes at runtime.
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Class Documentation: Review the documentation for the class ZCL_MENA_REP to understand its structure and attributes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message or class.
  Community Forums: Look for discussions in SAP community forums or Stack Overflow where similar issues may have been addressed.
  
  If the problem persists after checking these areas, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a developer who has experience with the specific class and method in question.