How To Fix RSSDA056 - Run method INITIALIZATION first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSSDA - BW HANA Smart Data Access

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Run method INITIALIZATION first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSSDA056 - Run method INITIALIZATION first ?

  The SAP error message RSSDA056, which states "Run method INITIALIZATION first," typically occurs in the context of SAP ABAP programs, particularly when dealing with the Data Dictionary or when executing certain types of reports or transactions that require initialization before they can be run.
  
  Cause:
  The error indicates that a specific method or process, usually named INITIALIZATION, must be executed before the current operation can proceed. This is often related to the setup of data structures, variables, or other necessary configurations that need to be established before the main logic of the program can be executed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Program Logic: Review the ABAP program or report code to ensure that the INITIALIZATION method is being called before any other methods or operations that depend on it. This may involve checking the sequence of method calls in the program.
  
  
  Run Initialization: If you are executing a transaction or