How To Fix SECM036 - Failed to verify signature of Include module.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SECM - SECM: Messages

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Failed to verify signature of Include module.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SECM036 - Failed to verify signature of Include module. ?

  The SAP error message SECM036, which states "Failed to verify signature of Include module," typically occurs when there is an issue with the digital signature of an include program in the SAP system. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Corrupted Include Module: The include module may have been corrupted or improperly modified, leading to a failure in signature verification.
  Missing or Invalid Signature: The digital signature of the include module may be missing or invalid, which can happen if the module was not properly activated or if it was modified without proper authorization.
  Transport Issues: If the include module was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process that affected the signature.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to execute or modify the include module may not have the necessary authorizations, leading to signature verification failures.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the Include Module: Verify the integrity of the include module. You can do this by checking the source code and ensuring that it has not been altered inappropriately.
  Re-activate the Include Module: If the include module is found to be valid, try reactivating it. You can do this by navigating to the include module in the ABAP Editor (SE38 or SE80) and activating it again.
  Check Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate what went wrong during the transport process.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and execute the include module. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  Restore from Backup: If the include module is corrupted and cannot be fixed, consider restoring it from a backup if available.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to access and manage include modules.
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SECM036 error in your SAP system.