How To Fix SALV_X_API008 - For image column &1 no image source is provided, so column will be empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SALV_X_API - Messages for ALV API exceptions

• Message number: 008

• Message text: For image column &1 no image source is provided, so column will be empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SALV_X_API008 - For image column &1 no image source is provided, so column will be empty ?

  The SAP error message SALV_X_API008 indicates that there is an issue with displaying an image in a column of an ALV (ABAP List Viewer) grid. Specifically, the error states that for the specified image column, no image source has been provided, which results in the column being empty.
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Image Source: The image source for the specified column is not defined or is incorrectly configured.
  Incorrect Data Type: The data type of the column may not be compatible with image data.
  Data Retrieval Issues: The data retrieval logic may not be fetching the image data correctly from the database or source.
  Image Format Issues: The image format may not be supported or may not be correctly specified.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Image Source Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the image source is correctly defined in your ALV configuration. You need to specify the source of the image data for the column in question.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Retrieval Logic:
  
  Review the code that retrieves data for the ALV. Ensure that the image data is being fetched correctly and that it is being assigned to the appropriate field in the internal table.
  
  
  
  Set Image Data:
  
  If you are using a method to set the image data, ensure that you are passing the correct parameters. For example, if you are using set_image method, make sure the image data is correctly provided.
  
  
  
  Check Data Types:
  
  Ensure that the data type of the column in the internal table matches the expected type for image data. Typically, it should be a type that can hold binary data (e.g., XSTRING).
  
  
  
  Test with Sample Data:
  
  Test the ALV display with sample image data to ensure that the issue is not with the specific data being used.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation for the ALV and the specific methods you are using to ensure that you are following the correct procedures for handling image columns.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ALV Documentation: Review the SAP documentation on ALV and SALV classes to understand how to properly configure image columns.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling images in ALV.
  Debugging: Use debugging tools to step through the code and identify where the image source is being set or where it might be failing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the SALV_X_API008 error message.