How To Fix GLE_ECS_MSG_S040 - First level check: Function module '&1' does not exist (active)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_ECS_MSG_S - Predefined Messages in Error Correction System

• Message number: 040

• Message text: First level check: Function module '&1' does not exist (active)

What causes this issue?

The system attempted to call function module &v1& in the first-level
check. However, there is no active version of this function module, or
the function module does not have the required interface.

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?

Create an active version of the function module. Make sure that its
interface is identical to the interface in function module GLE_E
CS_FL_ERCS_SAMPLE.
If you do not want the system to call a function module, or you entered
an incorrect value, such as a typo, when you created &v1& in
Customizing, correct the settings for the first-level check in
Customizing under <DS:SIMG.GLE_ECS_VECS_DCT001>Define First-Level Checks
</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_ECS_MSG_S040 - First level check: Function module '&1' does not exist (active) ?

  The SAP error message GLE_ECS_MSG_S040 indicates that a function module referenced in your SAP system does not exist or is not active. This can occur for various reasons, such as missing components, incorrect configurations, or issues during system upgrades or migrations.
  Cause
  
  Missing Function Module: The function module specified in the error message (&1) is not present in the system.
  Inactive Function Module: The function module exists but is not activated.
  Transport Issues: The function module may not have been transported correctly from the development environment to the production environment.
  System Upgrade: If the system was recently upgraded, some function modules may not have been properly migrated or activated.
  Namespace Issues: The function module might be in a different namespace that is not accessible in the current context.
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Function Module Existence:
  
  Go to transaction code SE37 (Function Builder) and check if the function module exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or transport it from another system.
  
  
  
  Activate Function Module:
  
  If the function module exists but is inactive, activate it using transaction SE37.
  Select the function module and click on the "Activate" button.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If the function module is missing, check if it was part of a transport request that was not imported into the system.
  If it is part of a transport, ensure that the transport request is imported successfully.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that all dependencies for the function module are also present and active.
  
  
  
  Review System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any related errors or warnings that might provide more context.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the function module is part of a standard SAP package, consult the SAP documentation or support for any known issues or patches.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a critical function in your business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE37: Function Builder
  SLG1: Application Log
  SE80: Object Navigator (to check for related objects)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  
  
  System Upgrade Documentation: Review any documentation related to system upgrades or migrations that might mention changes to function modules.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.