How To Fix AFX_GENERATION071 - Include & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFX_GENERATION - Messages From Generation

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Include & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AFX_GENERATION071 - Include & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message AFX_GENERATION071, which states "Include & does not exist," typically occurs during the generation of ABAP programs or when trying to include a specific program or function module that references an include file that cannot be found in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Include File: The most common cause is that the specified include file does not exist in the SAP system. This could be due to a transport not being imported, or the include file was deleted or never created.
  Incorrect Naming: There might be a typo in the name of the include file in the code.
  Transport Issues: If the include was part of a transport request that has not been moved to the target system, it will not be available.
  Development Environment Issues: If you are working in a development environment, the include might exist in another environment (like production) but not in your current one.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Existence: Use transaction SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE38 (ABAP Editor) to check if the include file exists. You can search for the include by its name.
  Correct the Name: If there is a typo in the include name, correct it in the code.
  Transport the Include: If the include file is missing, check if it is part of a transport request that needs to be imported into your system. If it is, ensure that the transport is imported.
  Create the Include: If the include file is genuinely missing and you have the necessary code, you may need to create it manually.
  Check Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the include file.
  Consult with Colleagues: If you are unsure about the include file, consult with your colleagues or the original developer to understand its purpose and whether it should exist.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE80 (Object Navigator), SE38 (ABAP Editor), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Module).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  Debugging: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider debugging the program to see where the include is being called and gather more context about the error.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP Basis team or consult SAP support for further assistance.