How To Fix RFAC_QUICKFIX164 - Declare returning parameter '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RFAC_QUICKFIX - Refactoring Messages

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Declare returning parameter '&1'

What causes this issue?

System Response

Creates a new returning parameter &V1& in method &V2&.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RFAC_QUICKFIX164 - Declare returning parameter '&1' ?

  The SAP error message RFAC_QUICKFIX164, which states "Declare returning parameter '&1'", typically occurs in the context of ABAP programming, particularly when dealing with function modules or methods that are expected to return values but have not been properly defined.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  A function module or method is defined to return a value, but the returning parameter is not declared in the function module or method signature.
  There is a mismatch between the function module's interface and its implementation, where the returning parameter is expected but not provided.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Function Module/Method Definition:
  
  Go to the function module or method definition in the ABAP Workbench (transaction SE37 for function modules or SE80 for classes/methods).
  Ensure that the returning parameter is declared correctly in the interface. The returning parameter should be defined with the appropriate data type.
  
  
  
  Modify the Implementation:
  
  If the returning parameter is missing in the implementation, add it to the function module or method implementation.
  Ensure that the logic within the function/module correctly assigns a value to the returning parameter before exiting.
  
  
  
  Activate Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, activate the function module or method to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Test the Functionality:
  
  Execute the function module or method again to verify that the error has been resolved and that it behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on defining function modules and methods, including how to declare parameters.
  SAP Community: You can search for discussions or similar issues in the SAP Community forums, where other developers may have encountered and resolved similar errors.
  Debugging: If the error persists, consider using the ABAP debugger to step through the code and identify where the returning parameter is not being handled correctly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RFAC_QUICKFIX164 error and ensure that your function module or method is correctly defined and implemented.