How To Fix SPPF_MEDIA021 - Dynamic calling of method & in class & contained errors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPPF_MEDIA - PPF: Message Class for Messages from Media

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Dynamic calling of method & in class & contained errors

What causes this issue?

Calling of method &v1& in class &v2& could not be performed.

System Response

The system cannot execute the action.

How to fix this error?

Check the setting of the processing method in Customizing (transaction
<DS:TRAN.SPPFC>SPPFC</>, in the settings of the processing).
The processing method entered must exist and be a class method. It must
also have the necessary signature. As an example, you can use the class
CL_PROCESSING_DEMOBOOK_PPF.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPPF_MEDIA021 - Dynamic calling of method & in class & contained errors ?

  The SAP error message SPPF_MEDIA021 typically indicates that there is an issue with the dynamic calling of a method in a specified class, and it has encountered errors during execution. This error can arise in various contexts, often related to the use of dynamic method calls in ABAP programs.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Incorrect Method Name: The method being called dynamically may not exist in the specified class, or there may be a typo in the method name.
  Class Not Found: The class specified in the dynamic call may not be available in the system or may not be properly defined.
  Access Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the method in the specified class.
  Parameter Mismatch: The parameters being passed to the method may not match the expected parameters in terms of type or number.
  Runtime Errors: There may be other runtime errors occurring within the method being called, leading to the failure of the dynamic call.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the SPPF_MEDIA021 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Method Name: Verify that the method name being called dynamically is correct and exists in the specified class.
  Validate Class Existence: Ensure that the class is correctly defined and available in the system. You can check this in the ABAP Workbench (SE80).
  Review Authorizations: Make sure that the user executing the program has the necessary authorizations to call the method.
  Parameter Verification: Check the parameters being passed to the method. Ensure they match the expected types and number of parameters defined in the method signature.
  Debugging: Use the ABAP debugger to step through the code and identify the exact point of failure. This can help you understand if there are any runtime errors occurring within the method.
  Error Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or details that may provide more context about the failure.
  
  Related Information
  
  Dynamic Method Calls: In ABAP, dynamic method calls can be made using the CALL METHOD statement with the NAME addition. Ensure that the syntax is correct.
  Class and Method Documentation: Review the documentation for the class and method to understand their expected behavior and requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an experienced ABAP developer for further assistance.