How To Fix SEEF_BASE255 - Target method name not selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SEEF_BASE - Message Class for Package SEEF_BASE

• Message number: 255

• Message text: Target method name not selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SEEF_BASE255 - Target method name not selected ?

  The SAP error message "SEEF_BASE255 Target method name not selected" typically occurs in the context of using the SAP Business Workflow or when dealing with method calls in Business Object (BO) instances. This error indicates that a target method has not been specified or selected correctly in the workflow or in the method call configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Method Selection: The error usually arises when a workflow or a method call is expected to invoke a specific method on a business object, but no method has been selected or defined.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the workflow or the business object, such as missing or incorrect method definitions.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or execute the specified method.
  Incorrect Workflow Design: The workflow may not be designed correctly, leading to the absence of a target method.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Workflow Configuration:
  
  Go to the workflow definition and ensure that the target method is correctly specified.
  Verify that the method you intend to call is available in the business object and is correctly linked in the workflow.
  
  
  
  Define the Target Method:
  
  If the target method is not defined, you may need to create or define it in the business object.
  Use transaction SWO1 to check the business object and ensure that the method is available.
  
  
  
  Review Method Parameters:
  
  Ensure that all required parameters for the method are correctly set up in the workflow.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user executing the workflow has the necessary authorizations to call the method. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the workflow to trace where the error occurs. Use transaction SWI1 to monitor workflow instances and identify the point of failure.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific business object and workflow you are working with for any additional configuration steps or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWO1: Business Object Builder
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  SWI2_FREQ: Work Item Selection for Recurrent Tasks
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific version of SAP you are using.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the "SEEF_BASE255 Target method name not selected" error in your SAP environment.