How To Fix /PM0/3FT_MESSAGES204 - Include &1 does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/3FT_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Include &1 does not exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/3FT_MESSAGES204 - Include &1 does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/3FT_MESSAGES204 Include &1 does not exist typically indicates that the system is trying to reference an include file (a piece of code or a program segment) that cannot be found in the SAP system. This can happen for several reasons, such as:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Include File: The include file specified by &1 is not present in the system. This could be due to a transport issue, where the include was not transported correctly.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system might be misconfigured, leading to references to non-existent includes.
  Development Environment Issues: If you are working in a development environment, the include might not have been created or activated.
  Transport Layer Issues: If the include is part of a transport request that has not been released or imported into the target system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Existence: Verify if the include file exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE38 (ABAP Editor) and searching for the include name.
  Transport Request: If the include is missing, check if it was supposed to be transported from another system. If so, ensure that the transport request is released and imported correctly.
  Recreate the Include: If the include is missing and you have the source code, you may need to recreate it manually.
  Check Development Objects: If you are in a development environment, ensure that all necessary objects are activated and that there are no syntax errors in the code that might prevent the include from being recognized.
  Consult Documentation: If the include is part of a standard SAP package or enhancement, consult SAP documentation or support to see if there are any known issues or patches available.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use SE80 for object navigation, SE38 for executing programs, and SE11 for data dictionary objects.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on missing includes.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints to see where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.