How To Fix /STMC/CR_MSG657 - Error while reading screen description; screen &1 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STMC/CR_MSG -

• Message number: 657

• Message text: Error while reading screen description; screen &1 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG657 - Error while reading screen description; screen &1 not found ?

  The SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG657 indicates that there is an issue with reading the screen description for a specific screen in the SAP system. The message typically states that the screen identified by &1 could not be found. This can occur in various scenarios, often related to custom developments or configurations.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Screen Definition: The screen you are trying to access may not be defined in the system. This can happen if the screen was deleted or if the program that references it is not correctly configured.
  Transport Issues: If the screen was recently transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process that caused the screen not to be available.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the screen, leading to the error.
  Incorrect Program Logic: The program or transaction that is trying to call the screen may have incorrect logic or parameters, leading to a call to a non-existent screen.
  Namespace Issues: If the screen is part of a custom namespace, there may be issues with the naming conventions or the screen not being properly registered.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Screen Definition: Verify that the screen exists in the system. You can do this by checking the screen number in the relevant program using transaction SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE38 (ABAP Editor).
  Transport Check: If the screen was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the screen. You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, you can debug the program to see where the call to the screen is made and verify that the parameters being passed are correct.
  Recreate the Screen: If the screen is missing and cannot be found, you may need to recreate it in the system.
  Consult Documentation: If the screen is part of a standard SAP module or a third-party add-on, consult the relevant documentation or support channels for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE80 (Object Navigator), SE38 (ABAP Editor), SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for the error message number or keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Custom Development: If this error is occurring in a custom development, review the code and ensure that all screen definitions are correctly implemented.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.