ME119 - This program cannot be run in the SAP standard client

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 119

• Message text: This program cannot be run in the SAP standard client

What causes this issue?

The Customizing settings in client 000 of the standard SAP System
supplied cannot be changed. For this reason, this program cannot be
run.

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?

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 ME119 - This program cannot be run in the SAP standard client ?

  The SAP error message ME119, which states "This program cannot be run in the SAP standard client," typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a program or transaction that is restricted from being run in the standard client (usually client 000). This restriction is often in place for security reasons or to prevent unintended changes in the standard client.
  Cause:
  
  Client Restrictions: The program or transaction is designed to be executed only in specific clients (like development or testing clients) and not in the standard client (client 000).
  Configuration Settings: Certain programs are configured to be restricted in the standard client to protect the integrity of the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to run the program in the standard client.
  
  Solution:
  
  Use a Different Client: If you need to run the program, switch to a different client (like a development or testing client) where the program is allowed to be executed.
  Check Program Configuration: If you have access to the system configuration, check the program's settings to see if it can be modified to allow execution in the standard client. This typically requires administrative privileges.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to run the program. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator to verify your permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific program or transaction to understand its intended use and any restrictions that may apply.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or specific instructions related to the ME119 error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes that may be relevant to the program you are trying to run, as some may have specific client restrictions.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered the same issue and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or technical support for further investigation.