How To Fix R8274 - Function module for calculating maximum is missing

R8274 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R8 - Messages from the meta data generation

• Message number: 274

• Message text: Function module for calculating maximum is missing

What causes this issue?

The delta selection of this DataSource needs to be extracted by using a
pointer field. This method requires a function module that is called
before the actual extration and returns the maximum number of pointers
to be selected.

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?

Implement a function module with a suitable interface and enter this in
the dialog box 'Generic Delta'. Here you can also find an interface
description and a further explanation of the function module.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

R8274 - Details

• The SAP error message R8274, which states "Function module for calculating maximum is missing," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a required function module that is necessary for performing a maximum calculation in a specific context, such as during a report execution or data processing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Function Module: The primary cause of this error is that the function module that is supposed to perform the maximum calculation is either not created, not activated, or has been deleted from the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that lead to the function module not being recognized or properly linked.
  Transport Issues: If the function module was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that caused it to be incomplete or missing.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the function module, leading to the error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
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