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How To Fix DS800 - Program & is an include; specify a main program


DS800 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

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

  • Message number: 800

  • Message text: Program & is an include; specify a main program

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  • What causes this issue?

    You specified the name of an INCLUDE program (&V1&), but the extended
    program check is only possible for programs with a type other than "I".

    How to fix this error?

    Specify a main program. Main program types include "1", "M" and "F".

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


DS800 - Details

  • The SAP error message DS800 typically indicates that a program is being executed that is either an include program or is not defined as a main program. This error can occur in various scenarios, particularly when trying to execute a report or transaction that is not properly set up.
    
    Cause: Include Program: The program you are trying to execute is an include program, which cannot be executed directly. Include programs are meant to be included in other programs and do not have a standalone execution context. Missing Main Program: The main program that should call the include program is either not specified or is missing. Incorrect Execution Method: You might be trying to run a program in a way that is not supported, such as executing an include directly from the command field.
    Solution: Identify the Main Program: Determine which main program includes the include program you are trying to execute. You can usually find this

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