How To Fix /SEHS/BA_MISC1717 - Function &: Incorrect change attribute for changing parameter &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SEHS/BA_MISC1 -

• Message number: 717

• Message text: Function &: Incorrect change attribute for changing parameter &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SEHS/BA_MISC1717 - Function &: Incorrect change attribute for changing parameter & ?

  The SAP error message /SEHS/BA_MISC1717 Function &: Incorrect change attribute for changing parameter & typically occurs in the context of SAP's Business Application (BA) or related modules where a function module or method is being called with incorrect parameters.
  Cause:
  This error generally indicates that there is a mismatch in the expected change attribute of a parameter in a function module or method. In SAP ABAP, parameters can have different attributes such as IMPORTING, EXPORTING, CHANGING, etc. The CHANGING parameter is expected to be modified within the function, but if the function is called incorrectly or if the parameter is not defined properly, this error can occur.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Incorrect Parameter Definition: The function module or method may have been defined with a CHANGING parameter, but the calling program is not passing it correctly.
  Calling Convention: The function might be called in a way that does not respect the expected change attributes.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the parameter being passed may not match the expected type in the function definition.
  Version Mismatch: If there are multiple versions of the function module or method, the wrong version might be called.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Function Module/Method Definition:
  
  Go to the function module or method definition in SE37 (for function modules) or SE80 (for classes/methods).
  Verify the parameters, especially the CHANGING parameters, and ensure they are defined correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Calling Code:
  
  Check the code where the function is being called. Ensure that the parameters are being passed correctly and that the CHANGING parameters are being passed by reference.
  Make sure that the variables used for CHANGING parameters are declared correctly and are of the expected data type.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  Use the debugger to step through the code and see the values being passed to the function. This can help identify if the parameters are being set correctly before the function call.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the function is part of a standard SAP module, refer to the SAP documentation or notes for any specific requirements or known issues related to that function.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest support packages and notes, as there may be fixes for known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE37 (Function Module), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  ABAP Documentation: Review the ABAP documentation for more details on parameter types and calling conventions.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message /SEHS/BA_MISC1717.