How To Fix E2202 - Includes can only be created with the 'Edit' menu

E2202 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E2 - DE Data Dictionary

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Includes can only be created with the 'Edit' menu

What causes this issue?

You tried to insert an include by entering <LS>.INCLUDE</> in the field
list. This is done automatically by the 'Insert include' function.

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?

Insert the include by choosing <LS>Edit -> Include -> Insert</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E2202 - Includes can only be created with the 'Edit' menu ?

  The SAP error message E2202, which states "Includes can only be created with the 'Edit' menu," typically occurs when a user attempts to create an include program in the ABAP Workbench (SE80 or SE38) without using the appropriate method. This error is related to the way SAP handles the creation of include programs, which are a specific type of ABAP program used to modularize code.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when a user tries to create an include program using a method that is not supported. Specifically, includes must be created through the 'Edit' menu in the ABAP Workbench, rather than through other means such as directly typing in the transaction code or using the wrong context menu.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  Open the ABAP Workbench: Go to transaction SE80 or SE38.
  Select the appropriate object type: Make sure you are in the correct context for creating an include (e.g., under a