How To Fix SWF_EXP_001179 - '&1' is an instance method. Call-up only possible using object instance

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_EXP_001 - Expression Service Messages

• Message number: 179

• Message text: '&1' is an instance method. Call-up only possible using object instance

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_EXP_001179 - '&1' is an instance method. Call-up only possible using object instance ?

  The SAP error message SWF_EXP_001179 indicates that there is an attempt to call an instance method without having an object instance of the class that contains the method. In object-oriented programming, instance methods require an object of the class to be created before they can be invoked. This error typically occurs in the context of workflow or ABAP programming when the method is being called incorrectly.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Method Call: The method being called is an instance method, but it is being called statically (without an object instance).
  Missing Object Instance: The object instance that should be used to call the method has not been created or is not available in the current context.
  Typographical Error: There might be a typo in the method name or the class name, leading to confusion in the method resolution.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create an Object Instance: Ensure that you create an instance of the class before calling the instance method. For