How To Fix OL711 - The function module for API method & is not released

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OL - Workflow object types: Run-time system

• Message number: 711

• Message text: The function module for API method & is not released

What causes this issue?

You want to release an API method. However, the associated function
module is not released.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

First release the function module.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OL711 - The function module for API method & is not released ?

  The SAP error message OL711 indicates that a specific function module associated with an API method is not released for use. This typically occurs when the function module is either not implemented, not activated, or is in a development state and not yet available for production use.
  Cause:
  
  Function Module Not Released: The function module associated with the API method has not been released or activated in the system.
  Development State: The function module may be in a development state and not yet transported to the production environment.
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the function module.
  Incorrect API Method: The API method being called may not be valid or may not correspond to a released function module.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Function Module Status:
  
  Go to transaction SE37 (Function Builder) and check the status of the function module associated with the API method.
  Ensure that the function module is active and released.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the function module is in a development environment, ensure that it has been transported to the production environment and is active there.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the function module. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Review API Documentation:
  
  Check the API documentation to ensure that you are using the correct method and parameters. Make sure that the API method you are trying to call is valid and corresponds to a released function module.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the function module is supposed to be released and you are still encountering this error, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE37: Function Builder
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Documentation: Review the API documentation for the specific method you are trying to use to ensure proper implementation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the OL711 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.