How To Fix M!071 - &1: &2 &3 use PERFORM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M! -

• Message number: 071

• Message text: &1: &2 &3 use PERFORM

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M!071 - &1: &2 &3 use PERFORM ?

  The SAP error message M!071 typically indicates an issue related to the use of the PERFORM statement in ABAP programs. This error message is often associated with the incorrect usage of the PERFORM statement, which is used to call a subroutine in ABAP.
  Cause:
  The error message M!071 is usually triggered when:
  
  The subroutine being called does not exist.
  The parameters being passed to the subroutine do not match the expected parameters.
  There is a syntax error in the PERFORM statement.
  The subroutine is not defined in the same program or is not accessible due to visibility issues.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the M!071 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Subroutine Definition: Ensure that the subroutine you are trying to call with PERFORM is defined in the same program or is accessible from the current program.
  
  
  Verify Parameters: If the subroutine expects parameters, make sure that you are passing the correct number and type of parameters. Check the subroutine definition for the expected parameters.
  
  
  Syntax Check: Review the syntax of the PERFORM statement. It should follow the correct format:
  PERFORM subroutine_name [USING parameter1 parameter2 ...] [CHANGING parameter3 ...].
  
  
  Visibility: If the subroutine is defined in another program or function group, ensure that it is declared as FORM and is accessible.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, you can use the ABAP debugger to step through the code and identify where the error occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on the PERFORM statement and subroutine definitions.
  SAP Community: You can search for similar issues in the SAP Community forums, where other developers may have encountered and resolved similar problems.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE38 (ABAP Editor) to navigate and edit your ABAP programs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the M!071 error in your SAP ABAP program.