How To Fix PC006 - Program >&< could not be found or started

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PC - Graphics interface messages

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Program >&< could not be found or started

What causes this issue?

A program at the frontend, which should be started with the function
module 'WS_EXECUTE', cannot be started because it does not exist under
this name and path or cannot be executed.

System Response

As this error is not masked in the calling program, the transaction is
terminated.

How to fix this error?

Please ensure that the required programs are installed correctly on your
workstation. If necessary, add the appropriate paths to the environment
variables (e.g. PATH in Windows).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PC006 - Program >&< could not be found or started ?

  The SAP error message PC006, which states "Program >&< could not be found or started," typically occurs when the system is unable to locate or execute a specified program. This can happen for several reasons. Below are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Program Not Defined: The program you are trying to execute may not be defined in the SAP system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the program.
  Transport Issues: The program may not have been transported correctly from the development environment to the production environment.
  Incorrect Program Name: There may be a typo or incorrect name in the program call.
  Missing or Inactive Object: The program or its associated objects (like function modules, classes, etc.) may be inactive or missing.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the system configuration or settings that prevent the program from being executed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Program Existence:
  
  Use transaction SE38 or SE80 to check if the program exists in the system. If it does not exist, you may need to create it or transport it from another system.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the program. You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Correct Program Name:
  
  Double-check the program name for any typos or errors in the call.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the program was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was transported successfully without errors.
  
  
  
  Activate Objects:
  
  If the program or its components are inactive, activate them using transaction SE80 or SE38.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis team to check for any system-level issues or configurations that might be affecting program execution.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE38: ABAP Editor (to check and execute programs)
  SE80: Object Navigator (to explore various objects)
  SU53: Authorization Check (to analyze authorization issues)
  SM21: System Log (to view system logs)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific program or error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for more details on program execution and troubleshooting.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the PC006 error message in SAP.