How To Fix UBD_REMOTE202 - Parameter &1 has invalid direction

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UBD_REMOTE - Web FIN Survey: Business Domain Lib Remote Modules

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Parameter &1 has invalid direction

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UBD_REMOTE202 - Parameter &1 has invalid direction ?

  The SAP error message UBD_REMOTE202, which states "Parameter &1 has invalid direction," typically occurs in the context of remote function calls (RFC) or when dealing with parameters in function modules or methods that are expected to have a specific direction (e.g., input, output, or input/output).
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following issues:
  
  Incorrect Parameter Direction: The parameter specified (denoted by &1) is not defined correctly in terms of its direction. For example, a parameter that is expected to be an input parameter is being treated as an output parameter, or vice versa.
  Mismatch in Function Module Definition: The function module or method being called may have been defined with parameters that do not match the expected input/output specifications in the calling program.
  Data Type Issues: There may be a mismatch in the data types of the parameters being passed, which can lead to confusion about their intended direction.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UBD_REMOTE202 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Function Module/Method Definition:
  
  Go to the function module or method definition in the SAP system (using transaction SE37 for function modules or SE80 for classes/methods).
  Verify the parameter definitions and ensure that the direction (IMPORT, EXPORT, CHANGING) is correctly specified.
  
  
  
  Review Calling Program:
  
  In the program that is calling the function module or method, check how the parameters are being passed.
  Ensure that the parameters are being passed in the correct direction as defined in the function module/method.
  
  
  
  Data Type Verification:
  
  Ensure that the data types of the parameters being passed match the expected data types in the function module/method definition.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider using the debugger to step through the code and observe the values and directions of the parameters being passed at runtime.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any available documentation for the function module or method to understand the expected usage and parameter requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific function module or method you are using.
  RFC Documentation: If this error occurs during an RFC call, refer to the RFC documentation for guidelines on parameter handling.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting on SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the cause of the UBD_REMOTE202 error in your SAP environment.