How To Fix DB245 - Program has type 'S'

DB245 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DB - Messages for logical databases and background processing

• Message number: 245

• Message text: Program has type 'S'

What causes this issue?

The program has type 'S' and therefore no selection screens.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB245 - Program has type 'S' ?

  The SAP error message DB245, which states "Program has type 'S'", typically indicates an issue related to the program type in the SAP system. This error often arises when there is an attempt to execute a program that is classified as a "subroutine" (type 'S') instead of a standard executable program.
  
  Cause:
  
  Program Type: The program you are trying to execute is defined as a subroutine (type 'S') in the SAP system. Subroutines are not standalone executable programs; they are meant to be called from other programs.
  Execution Context: The context in which you are trying to execute the program may not support subroutine execution. For example, you might be trying to run it directly from the command line or a transaction that expects a report or executable program.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Program Type: Verify the type of the program you are trying to execute. You can do this by going to the ABAP Editor (transaction