How To Fix PCIFBAPI018 - The function module to display the document is not available


PCIFBAPI018 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: PCIFBAPI - For BAPIs for the Interface to HR Payroll

  • Message number: 018

  • Message text: The function module to display the document is not available

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  • What causes this issue?

    It is not possible to display the original document for the external
    application &V1& for wage type &V2& in country &V3&. This is because no
    corresponding function module was entered in table T512X <LS>(HR
    Interface: Permitted Wage Types)</> or because no function module
    exists with the specified name.

    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?

    Create a function module to display the original documents. Assign this
    function module to wage type &V2&. To do this, see the Implementation
    Guide (IMG) for <LS>Payroll: International</> under <LS>External Wage
    Components -> Specify Wage Types -> Permit Wage Types for the Interface
    </>.

    Procedure for System Administrators


    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PCIFBAPI018 - The function module to display the document is not available ?
    The SAP error message PCIFBAPI018 indicates that the function module required to display a document is not available in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of using Business Application Programming Interfaces (BAPIs) or when trying to access certain functionalities related to document management or processing.
    
    Cause: Missing Function Module: The specific function module that is supposed to handle the display of the document is either not implemented or not activated in the SAP system. Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the function module from being recognized or executed. Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the function module or the document. System Version: The function module may not be available in the version of SAP you are using, especially if it is a newer function that was introduced in a later release.
    Solution: Check Function Module: Use transaction code SE37 to check if

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