How To Fix SALV_X_API094 - Calling this method is not allowed at this point in time

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SALV_X_API - Messages for ALV API exceptions

• Message number: 094

• Message text: Calling this method is not allowed at this point in time

What causes this issue?

The preconditions for calling an API method are not fulfilled but the
method has been called anyway. This reflects an inconsistency or error
situtation which must be handled or corrected by the caller.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

The developer of the calling method has to make sure that the
preconditions for calling the API method are fulfilled.
Check the ABAP method documentation for further information about the
preconditions for calling the API method.

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 SALV_X_API094 - Calling this method is not allowed at this point in time ?

  The SAP error message SALV_X_API094 ("Calling this method is not allowed at this point in time") typically occurs when you are trying to call a method on an ALV (ABAP List Viewer) object at a point in the program execution where it is not allowed. This can happen for several reasons, often related to the state of the ALV object or the sequence of method calls.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Method Sequence: You may be trying to call a method that is not allowed at the current state of the ALV object. For example, certain methods can only be called after the ALV has been initialized or displayed.
  Event Handling: If you are trying to manipulate the ALV in an event handler (like a button click) before the ALV is fully rendered, you may encounter this error.
  Lifecycle Management: The ALV object may not be in the correct lifecycle state when the method is called. For