How To Fix B1663 - Specify another subroutine for program &1

B1663 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: B1 - ALE group messages

• Message number: 663

• Message text: Specify another subroutine for program &1

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B1663 - Details

• The SAP error message B1663 ("Specify another subroutine for program &1") typically occurs in the context of ABAP programming when there is an issue with the subroutine being called in a program. This error indicates that the specified subroutine cannot be executed, often due to it being undefined, not existing in the program, or being incorrectly referenced.
  Causes:
  
  Undefined Subroutine: The subroutine being called does not exist in the program.
  Incorrect Naming: There may be a typo or mismatch in the name of the subroutine being called.
  Scope Issues: The subroutine may be defined in a different program or include, and it is not accessible from the current context.
  Program State: The program may not be in a state where it can call the subroutine (e.g., it may be in a different processing block).
  Syntax Errors: There may be syntax errors in the program that prevent it from compiling correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Subroutine Definition: Ensure that the subroutine