How To Fix ED172 - Unable to create include & in function group &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ED - ABAP/4 Editor messages

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Unable to create include & in function group &

What causes this issue?

Include &V1& does not logically belong to the function group &V2& in
which you wanted to create it. Instead, it belongs to function group
&V3&.
Note that the include will not automatically be transported when you
transport function group &V2&.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ED172 - Unable to create include & in function group & ?

  The SAP error message ED172, which states "Unable to create include & in function group &," typically occurs during the development process in the ABAP Workbench when there is an issue with creating an include program in a function group. This error can arise due to several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Naming Conflicts: The include name you are trying to create may already exist or conflict with existing objects in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify includes in the specified function group.
  Function Group Lock: The function group may be locked by another user or session, preventing changes.
  Transport Issues: If the system is in a transport request, there may be restrictions on creating new objects.
  Technical Settings: There may be issues with the technical settings of the function group or the include itself.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Existing Includes: Verify if an include with the same name already exists. You can do this by navigating to the function group and checking the includes.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create includes in the function group. You may need to contact your SAP security team.
  Unlock the Function Group: If the function group is locked, you may need to wait for the other user to finish or contact your system administrator to unlock it.
  Check Transport Request: If you are working in a transport request, ensure that the request is not in a state that prevents new objects from being created.
  Technical Settings: Review the technical settings of the function group and ensure that they are correctly configured. You may need to consult with a developer or SAP Basis administrator.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE37 (Function Builder) to navigate to the function group and check for issues.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for ED172 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Debugging: If you have access, you can debug the process to see if there are any underlying issues causing the error.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.