How To Fix SAP_NWBC023 - Program name &1 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAP_NWBC - NWBC Messages

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Program name &1 is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAP_NWBC023 - Program name &1 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message SAP_NWBC023 with the description "Program name &1 is not valid" typically occurs in the context of the SAP NetWeaver Business Client (NWBC) when the system cannot find or recognize the specified program name. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Program Name: The program name specified in the NWBC configuration or user action does not exist in the SAP system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified program.
  Incorrect Configuration: The NWBC configuration might be incorrect, leading to the system not being able to locate the program.
  Transport Issues: If the program was recently transported to the system, it may not have been activated or may not exist in the target environment.
  System Issues: There could be issues with the SAP system itself, such as inconsistencies in the database or missing objects.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Program Name: Check the program name you are trying to access. Ensure that it is spelled correctly and exists in the SAP system. You can do this by using transaction SE38 or SE80 to search for the program.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the program. You can check this using transaction SU53 to see if there are any authorization failures.
  
  
  Review NWBC Configuration: If you are using a custom configuration in NWBC, review the settings to ensure that the program name is correctly specified.
  
  
  Transport Check: If the program was recently transported, ensure that it has been properly activated in the target system. You can check the transport logs for any issues.
  
  
  System Consistency Check: If you suspect system issues, consider running consistency checks or consulting with your SAP Basis team to ensure that the system is functioning correctly.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE38 (ABAP Editor), SE80 (Object Navigator), SU53 (Authorization Check), ST22 (Dump Analysis).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal for documentation related to NWBC and program execution.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the SAP_NWBC023 error message.