How To Fix W+898 - Internal error: function module & called wrongly => Contact hotline

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W+ -

• Message number: 898

• Message text: Internal error: function module & called wrongly => Contact hotline

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W+898 - Internal error: function module & called wrongly => Contact hotline ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  W+898 Internal error: function module & called wrongly => Contact hotline
  
  Cause
  This error message indicates that an internal error has occurred in the SAP system because a function module was called incorrectly. The placeholder & in the message is replaced by the name of the function module that caused the error.
  Common causes include:
  
  Incorrect parameters passed to the function module.
  Calling the function module in an unsupported context.
  Missing or inconsistent data required by the function module.
  A bug or inconsistency in the SAP standard code or a custom enhancement.
  System inconsistencies or database issues affecting the function module execution.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Identify the Function Module:
  
  Check the exact function module name in the error message (the & placeholder).
  Note the transaction or process during which the error occurred.
  
  
  
  Check the Call Context:
  
  Review the code or process that calls the function module.
  Verify that all required parameters are passed correctly and in the right format.
  Ensure the function module is called in the correct program context.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have developer access, set a breakpoint in the function module and reproduce the error to analyze the cause.
  Check for any exceptions or error handling inside the function module.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Notes:
  
  Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to the function module and error message.
  There might be known issues or patches available.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  If the function module is called from custom code (user exits, BADIs, enhancements), review the custom implementation.
  Correct any incorrect calls or parameter issues.
  
  
  
  System Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks or database checks if the error might be related to data inconsistencies.
  Consider running transaction SICK (SAP system check) or other relevant diagnostics.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the above steps do not resolve the issue, collect detailed information (short dump, system logs, steps to reproduce).
  Open a message with SAP Support (hotline) including all relevant details.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Message Class: W+898 is an internal error message class used for function module call errors.
  Transaction ST22: Check for any short dumps related to the error.
  Transaction SM21: System log might contain additional information.
  Function Module Documentation: Review the documentation of the function module for correct usage.
  SAP Notes: Use keywords like the function module name and error message in the SAP ONE Support Launchpad.
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
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  Cause
  Function module called incorrectly (wrong parameters, context, or data).
  
  
  Solution
  Verify parameters and context, debug the function module, check SAP Notes, fix custom code, or contact SAP Support.
  
  
  Related Info
  Use ST22, SM21, SAP Notes, and function module documentation for troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact function module name or the context in which the error occurs, I can help you with more specific guidance.