How To Fix /BOBF/COM_GENERATOR271 - Error while reading source code of function module &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/COM_GENERATOR -

• Message number: 271

• Message text: Error while reading source code of function module &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/COM_GENERATOR271 - Error while reading source code of function module &1 ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/COM_GENERATOR271 indicates that there is an issue while reading the source code of a function module in the context of the Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF). This error typically arises during the generation of the BOPF business object or when trying to access a function module that is either missing, locked, or has syntax errors.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Function Module: The specified function module does not exist in the system.
  Locked Function Module: The function module is currently locked for editing by another user or process.
  Syntax Errors: There are syntax errors in the function module that prevent it from being read or executed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the function module.
  Transport Issues: If the function module was recently transported, it may not have been activated properly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Existence: Verify that the function module exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction SE37