How To Fix ANST007 - Program &1 is not a report program (type '&2')

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ANST - ANST Message Class

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Program &1 is not a report program (type '&2')

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ANST007 - Program &1 is not a report program (type '&2') ?

  The SAP error message ANST007 indicates that the program you are trying to execute is not recognized as a report program. This error typically occurs when you attempt to run a program that is not designed to be executed in the same way as a report (for example, it might be a function module, a class, or a different type of program).
  
  Cause:
  
  Program Type Mismatch: The program you are trying to execute is not classified as a report program. In SAP, report programs are typically executable programs that can be run directly from the SAP GUI.
  Incorrect Program Name: You may have entered the wrong program name or there may be a typo in the program name.
  Program Not Activated: The program might not be activated or might be in a development state.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the program.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Program Type: Verify the type of the program