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Message type: E = Error
Message class: SCRL - Messages for custom resuse libraries
Message number: 614
Message text: Data source &1 used by parameter &2 of method &3 is in foreign namespace.
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SCRL614
- Data source &1 used by parameter &2 of method &3 is in foreign namespace. ?The SAP error message SCRL614 indicates that a data source is being used in a context where it is not allowed due to namespace restrictions. This typically occurs when a data source (like a table or a structure) is defined in a foreign namespace (e.g., a namespace that is not part of the current development package or is part of a different software component) and is being referenced in a method or parameter that is expected to be in the same namespace.
Cause:
- Namespace Restrictions: SAP has a strict namespace policy to ensure that objects in different namespaces do not interfere with each other. If a data source is defined in a foreign namespace, it cannot be used directly in certain contexts, such as method parameters or function modules that are expected to be in the same namespace.
- Development Package Issues: The data source might be part of a different development package or a standard SAP package that is not intended to be modified or extended in the current context.
Solution:
- Check Namespace: Verify the namespace of the data source and the method where it is being used. Ensure that both are in the same namespace or that the method is designed to accept data sources from foreign namespaces.
- Use Local Copies: If possible, create a local copy of the data source in your own namespace. This can be done by creating a new table or structure that mirrors the foreign data source and using that in your method.
- Refactor Code: If the method is part of a class or function module that you control, consider refactoring the code to avoid using the foreign data source directly. Instead, use interfaces or other means to pass data.
- Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific data source and method to understand any restrictions or guidelines regarding their usage.
- Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is related to standard SAP functionality.
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By following these steps, you should be able to address the SCRL614 error and ensure that your SAP development adheres to the necessary namespace rules.
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