How To Fix EDCMP004 - Program & does not exist in the required status &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDCMP - ABAP Workbench: Splitscreen editor

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Program & does not exist in the required status &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDCMP004 - Program & does not exist in the required status & ?

  The SAP error message EDCMP004 typically indicates that a program or object does not exist in the required status. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during the execution of a report, transaction, or when trying to access a specific program in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Program Not Activated: The program or object may not be activated or compiled properly in the SAP system.
  Transport Issues: If the program was recently transported from another system (e.g., Development to Quality or Production), it may not have been imported correctly or may be in a different status.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the program or object.
  Object Deletion: The program or object may have been deleted or is not available in the current environment.
  Incorrect Naming: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the program or transaction code being called.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Program Status: Verify if the program exists in the system and check its status. You can do this by using transaction SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SE80 (Object Navigator).
  Activate the Program: If the program is not activated, activate it using transaction SE38 or SE80.
  Transport Check: If the program was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was imported successfully. You may need to re-import the transport request.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the program. You can check this using transaction SU53 to see if there are any authorization issues.
  Check for Deletion: Confirm that the program has not been deleted. If it has, you may need to restore it from a backup or re-create it.
  Correct Naming: Double-check the program or transaction code for any typos or errors in naming.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE38 (ABAP Editor), SE80 (Object Navigator), SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for EDCMP004 in the SAP Support Portal.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.