How To Fix DS013 - Specify a program name

DS013 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DS - Messages for Editing Text Elements in ABAP Programs

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Specify a program name

What causes this issue?

You have chosen an option without specifying a program name.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

First specify a program name and then choose an option.
If you do not know the program name, select <LS>Utilities -> Find
program</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

DS013 - Details

• The SAP error message DS013, which states "Specify a program name," typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that requires a program name to be specified, but the program name is either missing or not provided correctly.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Program Name: The user did not enter a program name in the appropriate field.
  Incorrect Transaction Code: The transaction code used may not be associated with a valid program.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the program.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the system configuration or the program itself may not be properly registered in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Specify a Program Name: Ensure that you enter a valid program name in the required field. You can find the program name in the documentation or by consulting with your SAP administrator.
  Check Transaction Code: Verify that the transaction code you are using is correct and corresponds to