How To Fix GD188 - Generated program: &1

GD188 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GD - EDT: External data transfer

• Message number: 188

• Message text: Generated program: &1

What causes this issue?

The program executing data transfer is an ABAP/4 program.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GD188 - Generated program: &1 ?

  The SAP error message GD188, which states "Generated program: &1," typically indicates that there is an issue with a generated program in the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, often related to issues with ABAP programs or reports that have been generated dynamically.
  
  Cause:
  
  Program Generation Issues: The error may arise if there is a problem during the generation of an ABAP program. This could be due to syntax errors, missing objects, or other inconsistencies in the code.
  Transport Issues: If the program was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may be missing dependencies or objects that were not included in the transport.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the generated program.
  Database Issues: Problems with the underlying database, such as missing tables or fields, can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Program: Review the generated program indicated by