How To Fix /LTB/TR_UI016 - Parameter &1 is not an importing parameter

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /LTB/TR_UI -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Parameter &1 is not an importing parameter

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /LTB/TR_UI016 - Parameter &1 is not an importing parameter ?

  The SAP error message /LTB/TR_UI016 Parameter &1 is not an importing parameter typically occurs in the context of using the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module, particularly when dealing with user-defined functions or BAPIs (Business Application Programming Interfaces). This error indicates that a parameter being passed to a function module or method is not defined as an importing parameter in the function's interface.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Parameter Type: The parameter you are trying to pass is not defined as an importing parameter in the function module or method you are calling.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the parameter name, leading to the system not recognizing it as a valid importing parameter.
  Function Module Changes: If the function module has been modified or updated, the parameter definitions may have changed, and the calling program may not be aligned with the new definitions.
  Wrong Function Call: You might be calling the wrong function module or method that does not accept the parameter you are trying to pass.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Function Module Interface: Go to transaction SE37 (Function Module) or SE80 (Object Navigator) and check the interface of the function module you are calling. Ensure that the parameter you are trying to pass is indeed defined as an importing parameter.
  Correct Parameter Name: Verify that the parameter name you are using in your code matches exactly with the name defined in the function module. Pay attention to case sensitivity and spelling.
  Update Code: If the function module has been updated, modify your code to align with the new parameter definitions.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or any available technical specifications for the function module to understand its expected parameters.
  Debugging: If you are unsure where the error is occurring, use the debugger to step through the code and identify the exact point of failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific function module you are using.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Transport Management Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the Transportation Management module for any specific guidelines or best practices related to function calls.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.