How To Fix WXP746 - Unexpected return code &1 in FB DDIF_NAMETAB_GET

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WXP - Retail Planning

• Message number: 746

• Message text: Unexpected return code &1 in FB DDIF_NAMETAB_GET

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WXP746 - Unexpected return code &1 in FB DDIF_NAMETAB_GET ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WXP746 Unexpected return code &1 in FB DDIF_NAMETAB_GET
  
  Cause:
  This warning message typically occurs during the generation or activation of function modules, especially when dealing with function groups or function modules that involve DDIF (Data Dictionary Interface) calls. The message indicates that the function module DDIF_NAMETAB_GET returned an unexpected return code during its execution.
  DDIF_NAMETAB_GET is a standard SAP function module used internally to retrieve the name table of a Data Dictionary object (like a structure or table). An unexpected return code means that the function module did not behave as expected, possibly due to:
  
  Inconsistencies or corruption in the Data Dictionary objects (e.g., structures, tables).
  Missing or inconsistent metadata in the DDIC.
  Issues with the transport or activation of objects.
  System inconsistencies or bugs in the SAP kernel or development environment.
  Incorrect or incomplete function module or function group definitions.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this warning, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Return Code:
  
  The message includes a placeholder &1 which will show the actual return code. Check the exact return code to understand the nature of the problem.
  
  
  
  Check the Data Dictionary Objects:
  
  Verify the integrity of the involved DDIC objects (tables, structures, data elements).
  Use transaction SE11 to check the objects for inconsistencies.
  Activate the objects again to ensure they are consistent.
  
  
  
  Re-Generate or Re-Activate the Function Group/Module:
  
  Sometimes, re-activating the function group or the function module can clear transient inconsistencies.
  Use transaction SE37 or SE80 to re-activate the function module.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport or System Issues:
  
  If the objects were recently transported, verify that the transport was successful and complete.
  Check for any system dumps or short dumps (ST22) related to this issue.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WXP746 or DDIF_NAMETAB_GET.
  Sometimes, this issue is related to specific SAP kernel or patch levels.
  Apply any relevant SAP Notes or patches.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have development access, you can debug the function module DDIF_NAMETAB_GET to see why it returns an unexpected code.
  This can help identify if the problem is due to missing metadata or other issues.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Function Module: DDIF_NAMETAB_GET
  
  Used to retrieve the name table of a DDIC object.
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11 - Data Dictionary Object Maintenance
  SE37 - Function Module Testing
  SE80 - Object Navigator
  ST22 - Dump Analysis
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search the SAP Support Portal for notes referencing WXP746 or DDIF_NAMETAB_GET.
  
  
  Typical Context:
  
  This warning often appears during function module generation, activation, or when working with function groups in the ABAP Workbench.
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact return code (&1 value) or the context in which this message appears, I can help you further narrow down the cause and solution.