How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_PO735 - BAPI was executed in test mode; no database changes were applied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_PO -

• Message number: 735

• Message text: BAPI was executed in test mode; no database changes were applied

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_PO735 - BAPI was executed in test mode; no database changes were applied ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_PO735 indicates that a BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface) was executed in test mode, which means that no changes were made to the database. This is a common scenario when working with BAPIs, especially in development or testing environments.
  Cause:
  
  Test Mode Execution: The BAPI was called with a parameter that specifies it should run in test mode. This is often done to validate the input data and check for errors without making any actual changes to the database.
  Configuration Settings: The system might be configured to run certain BAPIs in test mode by default, especially in environments where data integrity is critical.
  User Input: The user or the calling program may have explicitly set the BAPI to run in test mode.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check BAPI Parameters: Review the parameters being passed to the BAPI. Look for a parameter that indicates whether the BAPI should run in test mode (often named something like TEST_MODE or similar). Set this parameter to false or no to allow actual database changes.
  Review Documentation: Consult the BAPI documentation to understand the expected parameters and their effects. This will help ensure that you are using the BAPI correctly.
  Environment Settings: If the BAPI is running in a specific environment (like a development or testing environment), check if there are any settings that enforce test mode execution. You may need to adjust these settings or switch to a production environment for actual data changes.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your code to catch this message and provide feedback to the user or log it for further analysis.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAPI Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific BAPI documentation for detailed information on the parameters and their usage.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this issue or provide additional context.
  Testing and Development Practices: Ensure that your development practices include proper testing and validation before executing BAPIs that modify data in production environments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the issue and successfully execute the BAPI to apply the desired changes to the database.