How To Fix CX236 - Function module & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CX - Nachrichten für Konfigurationsprozess

• Message number: 236

• Message text: Function module & does not exist

What causes this issue?

You want to create the function for a function module. However, the
function module you entered does not yet exist.

System Response

The system checks whether the function module you entered exists.
If it does not, you see an error message.

How to fix this error?

To create the function module, call the function module maintenance
function (<LS>Tools -> ABAP/4 Workbench -> Development -> Programming
environ. -> Dialog modules</>).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CX236 - Function module & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CX236 typically indicates that a function module you are trying to call does not exist in the system. This can occur for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Function Module Not Created: The function module you are trying to call has not been created or activated in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the function module call.
  Transport Issues: If the function module was recently transported from another system, it may not have been imported correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the function module.
  Namespace Issues: The function module might be in a different namespace that is not accessible from your current context.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Function Module Existence:
  
  Use transaction code SE37 (Function Builder) to check if the function module exists. Enter the name of the function module and see if it is available.
  
  
  
  Correct the Name:
  
  Verify the spelling and case of the function module name in your code. Ensure that it matches exactly with what is defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the function module was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was imported successfully. You can use transaction code SE09 or SE10 to review transport requests.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the function module. You can check this with transaction code SU53 after attempting to execute the function.
  
  
  
  Namespace Verification:
  
  If the function module is in a different namespace, ensure that you have the correct access rights and that the namespace is included in your project.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Function Module:
  
  If the function module is missing and you have the necessary specifications, you may need to recreate it.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Debugging: If you are unsure where the error is occurring, you can use the debugger to step through the code and identify the exact point of failure.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting on SAP community forums (like SAP Community or Stack Overflow) for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CX236 error and implement a solution.