How To Fix RDB_REC020 - Invalid program type during generation call

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RDB_REC - RDB Individual Records

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Invalid program type during generation call

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RDB_REC020 - Invalid program type during generation call ?

  The SAP error message RDB_REC020: Invalid program type during generation call typically occurs during the generation of a program or report in the ABAP environment. This error indicates that there is an issue with the program type being processed, which can be due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Program Type: The program type specified in the generation call may not be valid or recognized by the system.
  Corrupted Program: The program or report may be corrupted or not properly defined in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the program was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to inconsistencies.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to generate or execute the program.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that affect the program generation process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Program Type: Verify that the program type being used is correct and valid. Ensure that it matches the expected types in the SAP system.
  Recreate the Program: If the program is corrupted, consider recreating it or restoring it from a backup if available.
  Transport Check: If the program was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to generate and execute the program. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error message or provide patches or updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to investigate the program further.
  Debugging: If you have access, you can debug the program generation process to identify where the error occurs.
  SAP Community: Consider checking the SAP Community forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.