How To Fix LX202 - Program & does not exist in ACTIVE status

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LX - SAPDXfer: Central Tools - Initial Data Transfer

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Program & does not exist in ACTIVE status

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LX202 - Program & does not exist in ACTIVE status ?

  The SAP error message LX202, which states "Program & does not exist in ACTIVE status," typically occurs when the system is trying to execute a program that is not currently active in the SAP environment. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Program Not Activated: The program may not have been activated after being created or modified.
  Transport Issues: If the program was transported from another system (like Development to Production), it may not have been properly imported or activated in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the program.
  Program Deletion: The program may have been deleted or is not available in the current client.
  Incorrect Program Name: There may be a typo or error in the program name being called.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Activate the Program:
  
  Go to the ABAP Editor (transaction SE38 or SE80).
  Enter the program name and check if it is in the inactive state.
  If it is inactive, activate it by clicking on the "Activate" button.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the program was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was imported successfully.
  If there were issues during transport, you may need to re-transport the program.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the program. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Check Program Existence:
  
  Verify that the program exists in the system by using transaction SE38 or SE80.
  If the program does not exist, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Correct Program Name:
  
  Double-check the program name being called for any typos or errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE38: ABAP Editor to view and manage programs.
  SE80: Object Navigator for a broader view of objects.
  SE11: Data Dictionary to check related database objects.
  SE37: Function Module to check if the program is being called from a function module.
  
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access, you can use the debugger to trace where the error occurs and gather more context about the issue.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.