How To Fix RFAC_QUICKFIX173 - Convert '&1' to returning parameter

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RFAC_QUICKFIX - Refactoring Messages

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Convert '&1' to returning parameter

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

Converts the local variable &V1& to a new returning parameter in method
&V2&.

How to fix this error?

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 RFAC_QUICKFIX173 - Convert '&1' to returning parameter ?

  The SAP error message RFAC_QUICKFIX173, which states "Convert '&1' to returning parameter," typically occurs in the context of ABAP programming, particularly when dealing with function modules or methods that expect a certain type of parameter but receive a different one.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  A function module or method is called with parameters that do not match the expected types or formats.
  The parameter that is being passed is not defined as a returning parameter in the function module or method signature.
  There may be a mismatch in the data types or structures between the calling program and the function module.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Function Module/Method Signature:
  
  Review the definition of the function module or method you are calling. Ensure that the parameters you are passing match the expected types and that you are using the correct parameter names.
  
  
  
  Correct Parameter Types:
  
  If the function module expects a returning parameter,