How To Fix /SAPTRX/ERRMSG018 - Specified method &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPTRX/ERRMSG -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Specified method &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPTRX/ERRMSG018 - Specified method &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPTRX/ERRMSG018 indicates that a specified method does not exist in the context where it is being called. This error typically arises in scenarios involving ABAP programming, particularly when dealing with classes and methods in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Method Name Typo: The method name specified in the code may have a typo or may not match the actual method name defined in the class.
  Class Not Activated: The class containing the method may not be activated or may have been deleted.
  Incorrect Class Reference: The class from which the method is being called may not be the correct one, or the method may not be defined in the expected class.
  Visibility Issues: The method may be private or protected, and the calling context does not have access to it.
  Version Mismatch: If the system has been upgraded or if there are multiple versions of the class, the method may have been removed or renamed in the newer version.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Method Name: Verify that the method name is spelled correctly in the code where it is being called.
  Class Activation: Ensure that the class containing the method is activated. You can do this by navigating to the class in the ABAP Workbench (SE80) and checking its status.
  Review Class Definition: Open the class definition in the ABAP Workbench and confirm that the method exists and is defined correctly.
  Access Modifiers: Check the visibility of the method. If it is private or protected, ensure that you are calling it from an appropriate context.
  Check for Changes: If the system has been recently upgraded or modified, check the release notes or documentation for any changes to the class or method.
  Debugging: Use the debugger to trace the execution and see where the error occurs. This can provide insights into the context in which the method is being called.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE24 (Class Builder) to investigate the class and method definitions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific class or method you are working with.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the class and method to understand its intended use and any dependencies it may have.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an ABAP developer for further assistance.