How To Fix QM413 - The function module &1 cannot be used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QM - Messages for quality notifications

• Message number: 413

• Message text: The function module &1 cannot be used

What causes this issue?

The function module &V1& is not suitable to be used as a follow-up
function, as the interface does not contain the required parameters.

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?

Select another function module with a suitable interface. If necessary,
you can copy the coding from function module &V1&into a user-specific
function module. To do this, use the template function modules in
function group QM10.

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 QM413 - The function module &1 cannot be used ?

  The SAP error message QM413, which states "The function module &1 cannot be used," typically indicates that there is an issue with a specific function module that is being called in the Quality Management (QM) module of SAP. This error can arise due to various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Function Module Not Active: The function module may not be active or may have been deactivated in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the function module.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the QM module that are preventing the function module from being executed.
  Missing or Corrupted Code: The function module may be missing or corrupted in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the function module was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Function Module Status: Use transaction SE37 to check the status of the function module. Ensure that it is active and has no errors.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the function module. This can be done using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings in the QM module to ensure everything is set up correctly. This may involve reviewing customizing settings in SPRO.
  Transport Logs: If the function module was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the code to see where the error occurs and gather more information about the issue.
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide patches or updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE37 (Function Module), SE80 (Object Navigator), SU53 (Authorization Check), SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if it is a critical function that impacts business processes.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the QM module to understand the expected behavior of the function module in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the QM413 error and implement a solution to resolve it.