How To Fix SO080 - Function module <&> does not exist

SO080 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SO - SAPoffice: message texts

• Message number: 080

• Message text: Function module <&> does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SO080 - Function module <&> does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SO080 indicates that a specific function module, referenced by the placeholder <&>, does not exist in the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to execute a program, report, or transaction that relies on a function module that has not been defined or has been deleted.
  Causes:
  
  Function Module Not Created: The function module may not have been created in the system.
  Incorrect Name: There may be a typo or incorrect name in the code or configuration that references the function module.
  Transport Issues: The function module may exist in a different system (e.g., development) but has not been transported to the current system (e.g., production).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the function module, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  Namespace Issues: The function module might be in a different namespace that is not accessible in