How To Fix SAI_MAPPING227 - Output parameter &1 is not of type &2, but of type &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAI_MAPPING - Mapping

• Message number: 227

• Message text: Output parameter &1 is not of type &2, but of type &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAI_MAPPING227 - Output parameter &1 is not of type &2, but of type &3 ?

  The SAP error message SAI_MAPPING227 indicates a type mismatch in the output parameters of a function module or method. Specifically, it states that the output parameter &1 is expected to be of type &2, but it is actually of type &3. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP ABAP programming, particularly when dealing with function modules, BAPIs, or RFC calls.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Type Mismatch: The output parameter is defined with a different data type than what is expected. This can happen if the function module or method signature has changed, or if there is a mismatch in the data types between the calling program and the function module.
  Incorrect Mapping: If you are using a mapping tool or framework (like SAP PI/PO), the mapping configuration may not align with the expected data types.
  Changes in Data Structure: If the underlying data structure of the