How To Fix /SCDL/AF_CORE005 - Class &1 does not implement interface &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/AF_CORE -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Class &1 does not implement interface &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/AF_CORE005 - Class &1 does not implement interface &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/AF_CORE005 Class &1 does not implement interface &2 typically indicates that a specific class in your SAP system is expected to implement a certain interface, but it does not. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when working with ABAP classes and interfaces in the context of SAP's Application Framework or other development environments.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Implementation: The class specified in the error message does not implement the methods defined in the interface mentioned.
  Incorrect Class Definition: The class may not be correctly defined to implement the required interface.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the class and the interface, where the interface has been updated but the class has not been modified accordingly.
  Transport Issues: If the class or interface was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Class Implementation:
  
  Go to the ABAP Workbench (SE80 or SE24) and check the class definition for the class specified in the error message.
  Ensure that the class implements all the methods defined in the interface mentioned in the error.
  
  
  
  Implement Missing Methods:
  
  If the class does not implement the required methods, you need to add the implementation for those methods in the class.
  
  
  
  Check Interface Definition:
  
  Verify the interface definition to ensure that it is correctly defined and that the methods are as expected.
  
  
  
  Re-transport if Necessary:
  
  If the issue arose due to a transport, ensure that both the class and the interface are correctly transported and activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no other dependencies or classes that might be affecting the implementation of the interface.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the code to see where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the failure.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE24 (Class Builder) to view and edit classes and interfaces.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for more details on class and interface implementation.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific classes or interfaces you are working with.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting on SAP Community forums for additional insights from other developers who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.