How To Fix SDDL_PARSER_MSG116 - An empty parameter list is only allowed for table function

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDDL_PARSER_MSG - Message Class for DDL Parser

• Message number: 116

• Message text: An empty parameter list is only allowed for table function

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDDL_PARSER_MSG116 - An empty parameter list is only allowed for table function ?

  The SAP error message SDDL_PARSER_MSG116 indicates that there is an issue with the way parameters are being passed to a function in your SAP system. Specifically, the error states that "An empty parameter list is only allowed for table function." This typically occurs when a function is expected to receive parameters, but none are provided, and the function is not a table function.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Function Call: The function being called requires parameters, but the call is made without any parameters.
  Misconfiguration: There may be a misconfiguration in the way the function is defined or how it is being invoked.
  Table Function Misunderstanding: The developer may have mistakenly assumed that a non-table function could be called without parameters, similar to how a table function can be called.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Function Definition: Review the function definition to understand what parameters are required. Ensure that you are passing the correct parameters when calling the function.
  Modify Function Call: If the function requires parameters, modify the function call to include the necessary parameters.
  Use Table Function Appropriately: If you intended to use a table function, ensure that you are using the correct syntax and that the function is indeed defined as a table function.
  Debugging: If you are unsure about the parameters, you can debug the function call to see what parameters are expected and how they should be formatted.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific function you are working with to understand its parameters and usage.
  SAP Community: You can search for similar issues in the SAP Community forums, where other users may have encountered and resolved the same error.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this error or provide additional context or fixes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your function calls are correctly formatted.