How To Fix DBOSC605 - Error while reading ABAP unit source (&1); rc=&2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DBOSC -

• Message number: 605

• Message text: Error while reading ABAP unit source (&1); rc=&2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DBOSC605 - Error while reading ABAP unit source (&1); rc=&2 ?

  The SAP error message DBOSC605 indicates that there was an issue while trying to read the ABAP unit source code. The message typically includes two parameters: &1, which represents the name of the ABAP unit source, and &2, which represents the return code (rc) that indicates the nature of the error.
  Causes
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Missing or Inaccessible Source Code: The ABAP unit source code may not exist in the system, or the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access it.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the ABAP unit was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that resulted in missing or corrupted objects.
  
  
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues that prevent the system from reading the source code, such as database corruption or connectivity problems.
  
  
  Development Environment Issues: If you are working in a development environment, there may be issues with the development tools or configurations.
  
  
  Syntax Errors: If the ABAP unit has syntax errors or is not properly activated, it may lead to issues when trying to read it.
  
  
  Solutions
  To resolve the DBOSC605 error, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existence and Access:
  
  Verify that the ABAP unit source code exists in the system.
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the source code.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the ABAP unit was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors.
  Ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Database Health Check:
  
  Check the database for any issues. You may need to run database consistency checks or consult with your database administrator.
  
  
  
  Activate the ABAP Unit:
  
  If the ABAP unit is not activated, activate it in the ABAP Workbench (SE80 or SE38).
  
  
  
  Review Syntax:
  
  Open the ABAP unit in the ABAP editor and check for any syntax errors. Correct any issues found.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator), SE38 (ABAP Editor), and SM21 (System Log) to investigate the issue further.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with the error message details and any relevant logs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the DBOSC605 error in your SAP system.