How To Fix DB788 - Unable to generate selection screen: Program "&" not generated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 788

• Message text: Unable to generate selection screen: Program "&" not generated

What causes this issue?

When making a background job request, you specified a user name which
does not have a valid user type.

System Response

The system outputs an error message and you must correct your input.

How to fix this error?

Please check the user type. The following values are permitted for
background processing:

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Dialog user
Background user
Batch input user
You may also need to correct the spelling of the user name.
If there are no spelling mistakes and the user name is a different type
from those mentioned above, but is still intended for the authorization
check in a background job, you must modify the user type accordingly.
To do this, contact your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB788 - Unable to generate selection screen: Program "&" not generated ?

  The SAP error message DB788, which states "Unable to generate selection screen: Program '&' not generated," typically occurs when there is an issue with the generation of a report or program in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including missing or inconsistent data, issues with the program itself, or problems with the underlying database.
  Causes:
  
  Program Not Generated: The program referenced in the error message has not been generated successfully. This can happen if there are syntax errors or other issues in the ABAP code.
  Transport Issues: If the program was transported from another system and there were issues during the transport, it may not be fully functional.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute or generate the program.
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the database that prevent the program from being generated or executed.
  Missing Objects: Required objects (like function modules, classes, or includes) that the program depends on may be missing or not activated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Program Status: Go to transaction SE38 or SE80 and check the status of the program. Ensure that it is active and has been generated without errors.
  Re-generate the Program: If the program is not generated, try to re-generate it. You can do this by selecting the program in SE38 and choosing the "Activate" option.
  Check for Syntax Errors: Open the program in the ABAP editor (SE38) and check for any syntax errors. Fix any issues found and activate the program.
  Review Transport Logs: If the program was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors that may have occurred during the transport process.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the program. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Database Consistency: Check the database for any inconsistencies. You may need to run database consistency checks or consult with your database administrator.
  Dependencies: Ensure that all dependent objects (like function modules, classes, etc.) are also active and generated.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE38 (ABAP Editor), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Module), SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for "DB788" in the SAP Support Portal.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.