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How To Fix S_DX_BAPI018 - Program &2 of type &3 has not been registered for object &1.


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: S_DX_BAPI - Messages for MDTB Workbench (Mass Data Transfer Using BAPIs)

  • Message number: 018

  • Message text: Program &2 of type &3 has not been registered for object &1.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_DX_BAPI018 - Program &2 of type &3 has not been registered for object &1. ?

    The SAP error message S_DX_BAPI018 indicates that a specific program (identified by &2) of a certain type (identified by &3) has not been registered for a particular object (identified by &1). This error typically occurs in the context of using Business Application Programming Interfaces (BAPIs) or when trying to execute a program that is not properly registered in the SAP system.

    Cause:

    1. Unregistered Program: The program you are trying to execute has not been registered in the SAP system. This could happen if the program was not properly installed or if it was deleted or not activated.
    2. Incorrect Object Type: The object type you are trying to access may not be compatible with the program you are trying to execute.
    3. Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the program or object.
    4. Transport Issues: If the program was transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated in the target system.

    Solution:

    1. Check Program Registration:

      • Verify if the program is registered in the system. You can do this by checking the transaction code SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE38 (ABAP Editor) to see if the program exists.
      • If the program is missing, you may need to reinstall or re-transport it from the development system.
    2. Activate the Program:

      • If the program exists but is not active, you can activate it using transaction SE38 or SE80.
    3. Check Object Type:

      • Ensure that the object type you are trying to access is compatible with the program. Review the documentation or configuration related to the BAPI or program.
    4. Authorization Check:

      • Ensure that the user executing the program has the necessary authorizations. You can check this using transaction SU53 to see if there are any authorization failures.
    5. Transport Issues:

      • If the program was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported. You may need to re-import the transport request if there were issues.
    6. Consult Documentation:

      • Review the SAP documentation or notes related to the specific BAPI or program for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes: SE80 (Object Navigator), SE38 (ABAP Editor), SU53 (Authorization Check).
    • SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional context.
    • BAPI Documentation: Review the BAPI documentation for the specific object you are working with to ensure you are using it correctly.

    If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.

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