How To Fix S3254 - Function only available for dynamically typed nodes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S3 - Transaction for processing logical databases

• Message number: 254

• Message text: Function only available for dynamically typed nodes

What causes this issue?

The function you want may only be executed with dynamically typed nodes
since only this kind of node can have multiple node types. This
function is of no use with all other types of nodes (see the
documentation for this transaction).

System Response

Function cannot be executed.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S3254 - Function only available for dynamically typed nodes ?

  The SAP error message S3254, which states "Function only available for dynamically typed nodes," typically occurs in the context of SAP ABAP programming, particularly when dealing with dynamic programming or when working with data structures that are not statically typed.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when you attempt to use a function or method that is intended for dynamically typed nodes (like those in a dynamic internal table or a dynamic structure) on a statically typed node. In ABAP, dynamically typed nodes are those that are defined at runtime, while statically typed nodes are defined at compile time.
  Common Scenarios:
  
  Using Dynamic Programming: If you are trying to access or manipulate data in a way that requires dynamic typing but are using a statically defined structure or table.
  Incorrect Data Type: The data type of the variable you are working with does not match the expected dynamic type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Types: Ensure that the variable or data structure you are working with is defined as a dynamic type. You can use DATA with REF TO for reference types or use FIELD-SYMBOLS to create dynamic references.
  FIELD-SYMBOLS: <fs_dynamic> TYPE ANY.
  ASSIGN your_variable TO <fs_dynamic>.
  
  
  Use Dynamic Structures: If you need to work with dynamic data, consider using DATA declarations with REF TO or using CREATE DATA to create dynamic structures or tables.
  DATA: lo_dynamic TYPE REF TO data.
  CREATE DATA lo_dynamic TYPE your_type.
  
  
  Review Function Calls: Ensure that the function or method you are calling is appropriate for the type of data you are passing. If it requires a dynamic type, make sure you are passing a dynamically typed variable.
  
  
  Debugging: Use debugging tools to inspect the types of the variables at runtime. This can help you identify where the mismatch is occurring.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Dynamic Typing in ABAP: Familiarize yourself with how dynamic typing works in ABAP, including the use of FIELD-SYMBOLS, DATA with REF TO, and the CREATE DATA statement.
  ABAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on dynamic programming and the specific functions you are trying to use.
  Community Forums: Check SAP community forums or Stack Overflow for similar issues and solutions shared by other developers.
  
  By ensuring that you are using the correct data types and structures, you should be able to resolve the S3254 error effectively.