How To Fix TPDAPI035 - Parameter &1 in method &2 is initial, and therefore invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TPDAPI - Debugger API

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Parameter &1 in method &2 is initial, and therefore invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TPDAPI035 - Parameter &1 in method &2 is initial, and therefore invalid ?

  The SAP error message TPDAPI035 indicates that a parameter in a method is initial (i.e., it has not been assigned a value) and therefore invalid. This error typically occurs in the context of ABAP programming, particularly when working with function modules, methods, or APIs that require certain parameters to be populated before they can be executed.
  Cause:
  
  Uninitialized Parameter: The parameter specified in the error message is not initialized or assigned a value before being passed to the method.
  Incorrect Logic: There may be a logical error in the code where the parameter is expected to be set but is not due to conditional statements or flow control.
  Data Retrieval Issues: If the parameter is supposed to be populated from a database or another source, there may be an issue with the data retrieval process.
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the configuration settings in the system may lead to parameters not being set correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Parameter Initialization: Ensure that the parameter mentioned in the error message is properly initialized before calling the method. You can do this by adding checks in your code to verify that the parameter is not initial.
  IF parameter IS INITIAL.
      " Handle the error or assign a default value
  ENDIF.
  
  
  Review Method Logic: Go through the logic of the method where the error occurs. Make sure that all required parameters are being set correctly based on the business logic.
  
  
  Debugging: Use the ABAP debugger to step through the code and check the values of the parameters at runtime. This can help identify where the parameter is not being set.
  
  
  Check Data Sources: If the parameter is supposed to be populated from a database or another source, verify that the data retrieval logic is functioning correctly and that the expected data is available.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation for the method being called to ensure that you are providing all required parameters and that they are in the correct format.
  
  
  Error Handling: Implement error handling to manage cases where parameters may be initial, providing meaningful messages or fallback logic.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific method or function module you are using. There may be patches or updates that address the issue.
  ABAP Documentation: Refer to the ABAP documentation for guidelines on parameter handling and method calls.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the TPDAPI035 error and implement a solution to resolve it.