How To Fix SRF_AUTHORING247 - Export parameter of Structure/Table not supported, other than predefined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRF_AUTHORING - Message class for SRF Authoring

• Message number: 247

• Message text: Export parameter of Structure/Table not supported, other than predefined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRF_AUTHORING247 - Export parameter of Structure/Table not supported, other than predefined ?

  The SAP error message SRF_AUTHORING247, which states "Export parameter of Structure/Table not supported, other than predefined," typically occurs when you are trying to use a structure or table as an export parameter in a function module or method that does not support it. This is a common issue when working with SAP's Service Runtime Framework (SRF) or when creating service definitions in SAP Gateway.
  
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Data Types: The error arises because the function module or method you are trying to use does not allow structures or tables as export parameters. Only predefined types (like simple data types) are allowed.
  Service Definition Issues: If you are defining a service in SAP Gateway and trying to expose a function module that has a structure or table as an export parameter, it will lead to this error.
  Incompatibility with OData: When creating OData services, the underlying function modules or methods must adhere to specific data type