How To Fix IS498 - Faulty parameter in function module: & can not be blank.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IS - Equipment management

• Message number: 498

• Message text: Faulty parameter in function module: & can not be blank.

What causes this issue?

When a function module was called up, an obligatory parameter was
transferred with a blank value (for example an empty character string).

System Response

INCLUDE 'KEINE-VERARBEITUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

How to fix this error?

Make sure that the specified parameter has a non-blank value when the
module is called up.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IS498 - Faulty parameter in function module: & can not be blank. ?

  The SAP error message IS498 indicates that a required parameter in a function module is missing or has been left blank. This error typically occurs when a function module is called with insufficient or incorrect input parameters, which are necessary for the function to execute properly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Parameter: A required parameter that the function module expects is not being passed.
  Blank Value: A parameter that should have a value is being passed as blank or empty.
  Incorrect Data Type: The data type of the parameter being passed does not match the expected type.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the function module or the calling program.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Function Module Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific function module to understand the required parameters and their expected values.
  Validate Input Parameters: Ensure that all required parameters are being passed to the function module and that none of them are blank.
  Debugging: Use the debugger to step through the code where the function module is called. Check the values of the parameters being passed to identify any that are blank or incorrect.
  Data Type Verification: Ensure that the data types of the parameters match what the function module expects.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your code to catch and manage cases where parameters may be missing or invalid before calling the function module.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the function module you are using.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Function Module Name: Identify the specific function module that is causing the error. This can help in troubleshooting.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE37 (Function Builder) to view the function module and its parameters.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for additional insights or similar issues faced by other users.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the IS498 error and implement a solution to resolve it.