How To Fix S7401 - Unable to display source code

S7401 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S7 - Runtime Analysis: Message Texts

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Unable to display source code

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S7401 - Unable to display source code ?

  The SAP error message S7401 "Unable to display source code" typically occurs when a user attempts to access the source code of a program or function module in the ABAP Workbench, but the system is unable to retrieve or display it. This can happen for several reasons:
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the source code of the program or function module.
  Program Not Found: The program or function module may not exist in the system, or it may have been deleted or not transported correctly.
  Transport Issues: If the program is part of a transport request that has not been imported into the target system, it may not be available for viewing.
  Development Class Issues: The object may belong to a development class that restricts access to certain users.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent the display of source code for certain