How To Fix /SCTM/EXCEPT001 - Program &1: interface parameter &2 is initial

/SCTM/EXCEPT001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCTM/EXCEPT -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Program &1: interface parameter &2 is initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCTM/EXCEPT001 - Program &1: interface parameter &2 is initial ?

  The SAP error message /SCTM/EXCEPT001 Program &1: interface parameter &2 is initial typically indicates that a required parameter in a function module or method is not being passed correctly, or it is not being initialized before being used. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or related modules where specific parameters are expected to have values.
  
  Cause:
  
  Uninitialized Parameter: The parameter &2 is expected to have a value, but it is currently empty (initial).
  Incorrect Function Call: The function module or method is being called without providing all the necessary parameters.
  Data Flow Issues: There may be issues in the data flow where the expected data is not being populated correctly before the function call.
  
  Configuration Issues: There might be configuration settings that are not set up correctly, leading to missing data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Function Module/Method Signature: Review the documentation for the function module or method being called to ensure