How To Fix /STMC/CR_MSG605 - Error while reading ABAP unit source (&1); rc=&2

/STMC/CR_MSG605 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STMC/CR_MSG -

• Message number: 605

• Message text: Error while reading ABAP unit source (&1); rc=&2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG605 - Error while reading ABAP unit source (&1); rc=&2 ?

  The SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG605 indicates that there was an issue while reading the ABAP unit source code. The message typically includes two parameters: &1, which represents the name of the ABAP unit, and &2, which indicates the return code (rc) from the operation.
  Cause
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Missing or Inaccessible Source Code: The ABAP unit source code might not exist in the system, or the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access it.
  Transport Issues: If the ABAP unit was recently transported, there might be inconsistencies or issues with the transport.
  Syntax Errors: There could be syntax errors in the ABAP unit that prevent it from being read correctly.
  System Configuration: There might be configuration issues in the system that affect the reading of ABAP units.
  Database Issues: Problems with the database or the underlying data structures can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can