How To Fix SRF_AUTHORING224 - Structure/Table other than type select options/Ranges are not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRF_AUTHORING - Message class for SRF Authoring

• Message number: 224

• Message text: Structure/Table other than type select options/Ranges are not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRF_AUTHORING224 - Structure/Table other than type select options/Ranges are not supported ?

  The SAP error message SRF_AUTHORING224 indicates that there is an issue with the use of structures or tables in a context where only select options or ranges are expected. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Smart Forms or SAP UI5 applications when trying to use a data structure or table that is not compatible with the expected input type.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to use a data structure or table in a place where the system expects a select option or range table.
  The context of the operation (like a selection screen or a filter) does not support the type of data you are providing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Types: Ensure that you are using the correct data types. If the context requires select options or ranges, make sure you are providing those instead of a structure or table.
  
  
  Modify the Code: If you are coding in ABAP or using Smart Forms, modify your code to ensure that you are using the appropriate types. For example, if you are passing parameters to a function module or method, ensure that you are using SELECT-OPTIONS or RANGES tables.
  
  
  Review the Context: Look at the context where the error is occurring. If you are working with a selection screen, ensure that the fields are defined correctly and that you are not trying to pass a structure where a range table is expected.
  
  
  Debugging: If you are unsure where the error is coming from, use debugging tools to trace the execution and identify where the incompatible data type is being used.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or community forums for specific examples and best practices related to the use of select options and ranges.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Select-Options: This is a special type of table in ABAP that allows users to specify ranges of values for selection criteria.
  Ranges Table: Similar to select-options, but typically used in function modules and methods to pass multiple values.
  Smart Forms: If you are working with Smart Forms, ensure that the data you are passing to the form is structured correctly according to the form's requirements.
  
  By ensuring that you are using the correct data types and structures in the appropriate contexts, you can resolve the SRF_AUTHORING224 error effectively.