How To Fix 42563 - The program & is only local in the system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 42 - Information Workbench

• Message number: 563

• Message text: The program & is only local in the system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 42563 - The program & is only local in the system ?

  The SAP error message 42563, which states "The program & is only local in the system," typically occurs when you attempt to execute a program that is not available in the global repository of the SAP system. This means that the program you are trying to run is defined only in the local development environment and has not been transported to the global system.
  Cause:
  
  Local Program: The program you are trying to execute is created in a local development environment (like a development client) and has not been transported to the production or quality assurance systems.
  Transport Issues: The program may have been created but not properly transported to the target system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the program, leading to confusion about its availability.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Program Existence: Verify if the program exists in the system by using transaction SE38 or SE80. If it is not found, it may need to be created or transported.
  Transport the Program: If the program is indeed local, you will need to transport it from the development environment to the target environment (e.g., production or quality assurance). This can be done using the Transport Management System (TMS).
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the program. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Consult with Development Team: If you are not the developer, reach out to the development team to confirm the status of the program and whether it has been transported correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE38: To check and execute ABAP programs.
  SE80: To view and manage various objects in the SAP system.
  SE09/SE10: To manage transport requests.
  
  
  Transport Management: Understanding how to use the Transport Management System (TMS) is crucial for moving objects between different SAP environments.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues or updates related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 42563 and successfully execute the desired program.