How To Fix XSS_SER_RFW003 - Error when calling method &1 of class &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XSS_SER_RFW - Messages of the ESS reporting framework

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Error when calling method &1 of class &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XSS_SER_RFW003 - Error when calling method &1 of class &2 ?

  The SAP error message XSS_SER_RFW003 typically indicates an issue related to the execution of a method in a specific class within the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, often related to the SAP NetWeaver platform or when dealing with web services and remote function calls (RFC).
  Cause:
  The error message XSS_SER_RFW003 can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Method Not Found: The method being called does not exist in the specified class.
  Access Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorizations to execute the method.
  Parameter Mismatch: The parameters being passed to the method do not match the expected types or formats.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the SAP system or the specific service being called.
  Network Issues: If the method is being called remotely, network issues could prevent successful communication.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the XSS_SER_RFW003 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Method Existence: Verify that the method you are trying to call actually exists in the specified class. You can do this by checking the class definition in the ABAP Workbench (transaction SE80 or SE24).
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the method has the necessary authorizations. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  
  
  Validate Parameters: Double-check the parameters being passed to the method. Ensure they match the expected types and formats as defined in the method signature.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to the service or RFC destination. Ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, you can set breakpoints in the method to see if it is being reached and to inspect the values of the parameters being passed.
  
  
  Network Troubleshooting: If the method is being called remotely, check for any network issues that might be affecting connectivity.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE80 (Object Navigator), SE24 (Class Builder), SU53 (Authorization Check), ST22 (Dump Analysis).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on the specific class and method you are working with.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.