How To Fix SS040 - Error when calling the documentation: &

SS040 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SS - Integration IMG - function model - SAP analyzer

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Error when calling the documentation: &

What causes this issue?

You tried without success to access the WinHelp documentation by
entering a file name and topic.
Causes of the error could be:
- the file or topic does not exist in the system
- the system does not have access to the WinHelp documentation

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check the file/topic assignment and ensure that access to the file and
to WinHelp is supported.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SS040 - Error when calling the documentation: & ?

  The SAP error message SS040 typically indicates that there is an issue with accessing the documentation for a specific function or transaction within the SAP system. This error can occur for various reasons, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Documentation: The documentation for the specific transaction or function module may not be available in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the documentation.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the SAP system that prevent the documentation from being displayed.
  Network Issues: If the documentation is supposed to be accessed from an external source, network issues may prevent access.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Documentation Availability:
  
  Verify if the documentation is available for the specific transaction or function. You can do this by checking in the SAP GUI or consulting with your SAP Basis team.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to