How To Fix I4687 - Program (&1), subroutine (&2): Return value &3

I4687 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: I4 - WCM: Work Clearance Management

• Message number: 687

• Message text: Program (&1), subroutine (&2): Return value &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message I4687 - Program (&1), subroutine (&2): Return value &3 ?

  The SAP error message I4687 is a warning that indicates an issue with a program or subroutine returning a value that is not expected. The message format is as follows:
  I4687 Program (&1), subroutine (&2): Return value &3
  
  Cause:
  This message typically arises when a subroutine in an ABAP program returns a value that does not match the expected return type or value. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Incorrect Return Value: The subroutine is designed to return a specific type of value, but it returns a different type or an unexpected value.
  Logic Errors: There may be logical errors in the code that lead to incorrect values being returned.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the return value may not match the expected data type defined in the subroutine signature.
  Uninitialized Variables: If the return value is based on a variable that has not been properly initialized, it may lead to unexpected