How To Fix PC045 - WS_UPLOAD is obsolete, use GUI_UPLOAD

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PC - Graphics interface messages

• Message number: 045

• Message text: WS_UPLOAD is obsolete, use GUI_UPLOAD

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PC045 - WS_UPLOAD is obsolete, use GUI_UPLOAD ?

  The SAP error message PC045 indicates that the function module WS_UPLOAD is obsolete and suggests using GUI_UPLOAD instead. This error typically arises when a program or report is trying to use the outdated WS_UPLOAD function for uploading files.
  Cause:
  The cause of this error is that the WS_UPLOAD function module has been deprecated in favor of GUI_UPLOAD. This change is part of SAP's efforts to improve the functionality and performance of file upload processes in the SAP GUI environment.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to replace any calls to the WS_UPLOAD function module in your ABAP code with calls to the GUI_UPLOAD function module. Here’s how you can do that:
  
  
  Identify the Code: Locate the part of your ABAP program where WS_UPLOAD is being called.
  
  
  Replace the Function Call: Change the function call from WS_UPLOAD to GUI_UPLOAD. The parameters for GUI_UPLOAD may differ slightly, so you will need to adjust them accordingly.
  
  
  Adjust Parameters: Ensure that you are passing the correct parameters to GUI_UPLOAD. The typical parameters include:
  
  FILENAME: The name of the file to be uploaded.
  FILETYPE: The type of the file (e.g., 'ASC' for ASCII files).
  DATA: A table to hold the uploaded data.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes: After making the changes, test the program to ensure that the file upload functionality works as expected.
  
  
  Example Code Change:
  Here’s a simple example of how you might change the code:
  Old Code Using WS_UPLOAD:
  DATA: lt_data TYPE TABLE OF string,
        lv_filename TYPE string.
  
  lv_filename = 'C:\path\to\your\file.txt'.
  
  CALL FUNCTION 'WS_UPLOAD'
    EXPORTING
      FILENAME = lv_filename
      FILETYPE = 'ASC'
    TABLES
      DATA = lt_data
    EXCEPTIONS
      OTHERS = 1.
  New Code Using GUI_UPLOAD:
  DATA: lt_data TYPE TABLE OF string,
        lv_filename TYPE string.
  
  lv_filename = 'C:\path\to\your\file.txt'.
  
  CALL FUNCTION 'GUI_UPLOAD'
    EXPORTING
      FILENAME = lv_filename
      FILETYPE = 'ASC'
    TABLES
      DATA = lt_data
    EXCEPTIONS
      OTHERS = 1.
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for GUI_UPLOAD to understand all the parameters and options available.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or updates regarding the deprecation of WS_UPLOAD.
  Testing: After making changes, ensure thorough testing in a development or quality assurance environment before moving to production.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PC045 error and successfully implement file uploads using the GUI_UPLOAD function module.