How To Fix SY079 - Macro & called with more than & actual parameters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SY - ABAP/4 system messages

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Macro & called with more than & actual parameters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SY079 - Macro & called with more than & actual parameters ?

  The SAP error message SY079 indicates that a macro has been called with more actual parameters than it is defined to accept. This typically occurs in ABAP programming when a macro is invoked with more arguments than it can handle.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A macro is defined with a specific number of parameters.
  The macro is called with more parameters than it was designed to accept.
  
  For example, if a macro is defined to take two parameters, but it is called with three or more, this error will be triggered.
  Solution:
  To resolve the SY079 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Macro Definition: Review the definition of the macro to confirm how many parameters it is designed to accept. This can usually be found in the ABAP code where the macro is defined.
  
  
  Review Macro Call: Look at the line of code where the macro is called. Ensure that the number of parameters being passed matches the number defined in the macro.
  
  
  Adjust Parameters: If you find that you are passing too many parameters, either:
  
  Remove the extra parameters from the macro call.
  Modify the macro definition to accept more parameters if that is appropriate for your use case.
  
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary adjustments, test the program to ensure that the error is resolved and that the macro behaves as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Macros in ABAP: Macros in ABAP are used to define reusable code snippets that can be invoked with parameters. They are similar to functions but are expanded inline at compile time.
  Parameter Handling: When defining macros, it is important to clearly document the expected parameters to avoid confusion for anyone who may use or maintain the code in the future.
  Debugging: If you are unsure where the error is occurring, you can use the ABAP debugger to step through the code and identify the exact location of the macro call that is causing the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SY079 error and ensure that your ABAP code runs smoothly.