How To Fix SMT071 - Call-up error Execute: Parameter &1 must be of type &2 and not &3

SMT071 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMT -

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Call-up error Execute: Parameter &1 must be of type &2 and not &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMT071 - Call-up error Execute: Parameter &1 must be of type &2 and not &3 ?

  The SAP error message SMT071 indicates a call-up error where a parameter passed to a function or method does not match the expected data type. Specifically, the message states that a parameter (&1) must be of a certain type (&2), but it is currently of a different type (&3). This type mismatch can occur in various scenarios, such as when calling a function module, method, or when passing parameters in ABAP programs.
  Cause
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The parameter being passed does not match the expected data type defined in the function or method signature.
  Incorrect Variable Declaration: The variable used to pass the parameter may have been declared with the wrong data type.
  Changes in Function Module/Method Signature: If the function module or method has been modified (e.g., during an upgrade or enhancement), the expected parameter types may have changed.
  Incorrect Data Conversion: If there