How To Fix STC_API005 - Output parameter &1: &2

STC_API005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STC_API - API Messages

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Output parameter &1: &2

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STC_API005 - Details

• The SAP error message STC_API005 typically indicates an issue with the output parameters of a function module or method in the context of a background job or a task in the SAP system. The message format usually looks like this:
  STC_API005 Output parameter &1: &2
  Where &1 represents the name of the output parameter, and &2 provides additional information about the error or the state of that parameter.
  Cause
  The cause of this error can vary, but common reasons include:
  
  Incorrect Data Type: The output parameter may not be receiving the expected data type or format.
  Null or Empty Values: The output parameter might be returning a null or empty value when it should contain valid data.
  Function Module Issues: There may be issues within the function module or method being called, such as logic errors or unhandled exceptions.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the job may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data or execute