How To Fix BB058 - Error while generating subscreen &: & & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BB - Coding Block

• Message number: 058

• Message text: Error while generating subscreen &: & & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BB058 - Error while generating subscreen &: & & & ?

  The SAP error message BB058, which states "Error while generating subscreen &: & & &", typically occurs during the generation of a subscreen in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including issues with the screen definition, inconsistencies in the data dictionary, or problems with the underlying program logic.
  Causes:
  
  Screen Definition Issues: The subscreen may not be defined correctly in the screen painter, or there may be missing elements or incorrect attributes.
  Data Dictionary Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data dictionary objects (like tables, structures, or domains) that the subscreen relies on.
  Program Logic Errors: The program that is trying to call the subscreen may have logical errors or may not be correctly handling the subscreen parameters.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or generate the subscreen.
  Transport Issues: If the subscreen was transported from another system, there may be issues with the transport that need to be resolved.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Screen Definition: Open the screen in the Screen Painter (SE80 or SE41) and verify that all elements are correctly defined and that there are no missing components.
  Review Data Dictionary: Use transaction SE11 to check the data dictionary objects related to the subscreen. Ensure that all necessary tables, structures, and domains are correctly defined and activated.
  Debug the Program: If you have access to the ABAP code, use the debugger to step through the program logic to identify where the error occurs.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the subscreen. You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Transport Check: If the subscreen was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or inconsistencies. You may need to re-transport the objects or adjust them in the target system.
  Re-Generate the Subscreen: Sometimes, simply re-generating the subscreen can resolve the issue. You can do this by going to the screen in the Screen Painter and saving it again.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE80 (Object Navigator), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE41 (Menu Painter), SE37 (Function Module), SE38 (ABAP Editor).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for BB058 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Debugging: Familiarize yourself with debugging techniques in ABAP to effectively troubleshoot issues related to screen generation.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or ABAP development team for further assistance.