How To Fix HV002 - Method &2 of object &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HV - SBF_BAPI:Messages BAPI_HELPVALUES_GET up to and incl 4.5A

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Method &2 of object &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

The function module 'SFCS_FA_PARAMETERS_GET_TABLE'could not be executed
properly.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HV002 - Method &2 of object &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message HV002 indicates that a method specified in the context of an object does not exist. This error typically arises in the context of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) in ABAP, where you are trying to call a method that is either not defined or not accessible for the specified object.
  Cause:
  
  Method Not Defined: The method you are trying to call does not exist in the class definition of the object.
  Incorrect Object Type: The object you are working with is not of the type that contains the specified method.
  Visibility Issues: The method may be defined but is not accessible due to visibility restrictions (e.g., it is declared as private or protected).
  Typographical Errors: There may be a typo in the method name or the object name.
  Incorrect Class Instantiation: The object may not have been instantiated correctly, or the wrong class may have been instantiated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Method Definition: Verify that the method you are trying to call is defined in the class of the object. You can do this by checking the class definition in the ABAP Workbench (SE80 or SE24).
  Verify Object Type: Ensure that the object you are working with is of the correct type that contains the method. You can check the type of the object using the TYPE statement or by debugging.
  Check Method Accessibility: If the method is defined but not accessible, consider changing its visibility or using a different method that is accessible.
  Correct Typographical Errors: Double-check the method name and object name for any spelling mistakes.
  Instantiate Correctly: Ensure that the object is instantiated correctly using the appropriate constructor method if applicable.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Debugging: Use the ABAP debugger to step through the code and identify where the error occurs. This can help you understand the state of the object and the method call.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific class and method you are working with to understand its usage and requirements.
  Community Forums: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider searching or posting on SAP community forums or Stack Overflow for additional insights from other developers who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the HV002 error and implement the appropriate solution.