How To Fix S9120 - & programs deleted from program set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S9 - ABAP/4 group various (SAMT ...)

• Message number: 120

• Message text: & programs deleted from program set

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S9120 - & programs deleted from program set ?

  The SAP error message S9120 typically indicates that a program has been deleted from the program set, which can lead to issues when trying to execute or access that program. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during the execution of a transaction or when trying to access a report or custom program.
  Cause:
  
  
  Program Deletion: The most direct cause of the S9120 error is that the program in question has been deleted from the SAP system. This could happen due to:
  
  Manual deletion by a developer or administrator.
  Transport issues where a program was not included in a transport request.
  Changes in the development environment that were not properly managed.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the program was part of a transport request that failed or was not imported correctly into the target system, it may lead to this error.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the program may exist, but the user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute it, leading to similar error messages.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Program Existence: Verify if the program still exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to search for the program name.
  
  
  Restore the Program: If the program has been deleted:
  
  If you have a backup or a transport request that includes the program, you can restore it.
  If the program was custom-developed, check with the development team to see if they have a copy of the source code.
  
  
  
  Transport Management: If the issue is related to transport, ensure that the transport request containing the program is correctly imported into the target system. Check the transport logs for any errors.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the program. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the program is part of a standard SAP package, consult SAP Notes or documentation to see if there are any known issues or patches related to the program.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address the specific program or error message.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  Development Team: If you are not the developer, consult with your ABAP development team for assistance in recovering or troubleshooting the program.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the S9120 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.