How To Fix WA682 - & &: Name not valid for function module

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WA - Messages from Workflow Event Manager

• Message number: 682

• Message text: & &: Name not valid for function module

What causes this issue?

The specified function module has a name that is not valid for a
function module.

System Response

The action was aborted.

How to fix this error?

Check the name of the function module.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WA682 - & &: Name not valid for function module ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WA682 & &: Name not valid for function module:
  
  Error Message
  WA682 & &: Name not valid for function module
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when an invalid or incorrect name is used for a function module in an SAP program or call. Specifically:
  
  The function module name provided does not exist in the system.
  There might be a typo or syntax error in the function module name.
  The function module name is dynamically generated or passed as a parameter, and the value is incorrect or empty.
  The function module might have been deleted or is not released for remote calls (if called remotely).
  The function module name does not conform to SAP naming conventions or is not registered in the system.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Function Module Name:
  
  Verify the exact name of the function module being called.
  Use transaction SE37 to check if the function module exists.
  Ensure the name is spelled correctly and matches the function module in the system.
  
  
  
  Debug the Program:
  
  If the function module name is passed dynamically, debug the program to see what value is being passed.
  Check if the variable holding the function module name is initialized and contains a valid name.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization and Release Status:
  
  If the function module is called remotely (RFC), ensure it is released for remote calls.
  Check the function module attributes in SE37 under the "Attributes" tab.
  
  
  
  Correct the Call Statement:
  
  If the call is made using CALL FUNCTION 'function_module_name', correct the name.
  If using dynamic calls like CALL FUNCTION lv_func_name, ensure lv_func_name contains a valid function module name.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport or System Issues:
  
  If the function module was recently transported, ensure the transport was successful.
  Check if the function module exists in the current client and system.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction SE37: Function Builder to check and test function modules.
  Transaction SE80: Object Navigator to browse function modules.
  Debugging: Use the ABAP debugger to trace the function module name variable.
  SAP Notes: Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to WA682 for any known issues.
  Function Module Naming Conventions: Function module names typically start with a namespace or prefix (e.g., Z, Y for custom modules).
  
  
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  Error
  WA682 & &: Name not valid for function module
  
  
  Cause
  Invalid or non-existent function module name used in the call
  
  
  Solution
  Verify and correct the function module name; check existence in SE37; debug dynamic calls
  
  
  Tools
  SE37, SE80, ABAP Debugger
  
  
  Additional
  Check authorization and release status if called remotely
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact code snippet or context where this error occurs, I can help you pinpoint the issue more precisely.