How To Fix IP660 - Program error for &

IP660 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IP - Messages for preventive maintenance

• Message number: 660

• Message text: Program error for &

What causes this issue?

A program error has occurred.

System Response

This error should normally be checked by the program.

How to fix this error?

Notify SAP of the complete error number and description as well as the
data used.

Procedure for System Administrators

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.

IP660 - Details

• The SAP error message IP660 typically indicates a program error related to the maintenance of a specific object or transaction. The message often includes a placeholder (represented by "&") that would normally specify the object or transaction in question. Here’s a general approach to understanding the cause, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  
  Cause:
  
  Program Logic Error: The error may arise from a bug in the ABAP code or logic that is not handling certain conditions correctly.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the data being processed, which the program cannot handle.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the system can lead to unexpected behavior and errors.
  Missing Authorizations: Sometimes, the error can occur if the user does not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal. SAP often releases notes that address specific errors, including program errors