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Message type: E = Error
Message class: WRF_CHAR_VAL - Messages for Package WRF_CHARACTERISTIC_VALUE_GRP
Message number: 121
Message text: The specified function is invalid
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WRF_CHAR_VAL121
- The specified function is invalid ?SAP Error Message:
WRF_CHAR_VAL121 The specified function is invalid
Cause:
This error typically occurs when a function code or function module being called or referenced in a workflow or program is not valid or recognized by the system. It can happen due to:
Check the Function Code:
Validate Workflow Configuration:
SWDD
(Workflow Builder) to inspect the step and the function called.Check Authorization:
SU53
after the error to check for missing authorizations.Check for Custom Code Issues:
Activate or Reimport Function Modules:
SAP Notes and Support:
Transaction Codes:
SE37
- Function Builder (to check function modules)SWDD
- Workflow Builder (to check workflow steps)SWI1
- Workflow log (to analyze workflow errors)SU53
- Authorization checkST22
- Dump analysis (if the error causes a dump)SAP Documentation:
Common SAP Notes:
WRF_CHAR_VAL121
or invalid function calls in workflows.The error WRF_CHAR_VAL121 The specified function is invalid
means that a function code or function module being called is not valid or recognized. The solution involves verifying the function code/module, checking workflow configuration, ensuring proper authorizations, and correcting any custom code or configuration errors.
If you provide the context where this error occurs (e.g., during workflow execution, report run, transaction), I can help with more specific troubleshooting steps.
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