How To Fix /STMC/CR_MSG716 - Operation is not permitted; only supported in ABAP unit session

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STMC/CR_MSG -

• Message number: 716

• Message text: Operation is not permitted; only supported in ABAP unit session

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG716 - Operation is not permitted; only supported in ABAP unit session ?

  The SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG716 Operation is not permitted; only supported in ABAP unit session typically occurs in the context of ABAP Unit testing. This error indicates that a certain operation or function is being attempted outside of an ABAP Unit test session, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Context Misalignment: The operation you are trying to perform is specifically designed to be executed within an ABAP Unit test context. If you attempt to run it in a different context (like a standard program or transaction), the system will throw this error.
  Incorrect Test Setup: The test might not be set up correctly, or you might be trying to execute a test method that is not properly defined as part of an ABAP Unit test class.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Run in ABAP Unit Test Context: Ensure that you are executing the code within an ABAP Unit test. You can do this by:
  
  Creating a test class that inherits from CL_ABAP_UNIT_TEST or similar.
  Defining your test methods with the METHOD keyword and ensuring they are prefixed with AT (e.g., AT SELECTION-SCREEN).
  Running the test using the ABAP Unit test framework (transaction SE80, SE24, or SE38 with the appropriate test class).
  
  
  
  Check Test Class and Methods: Verify that your test class and methods are correctly defined. Ensure that:
  
  The class is declared as a test class.
  The methods are properly annotated as test methods.
  You are not trying to call non-test methods or operations that are not allowed in the test context.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation: Consult the SAP documentation for ABAP Unit testing to understand the limitations and requirements for running tests.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Unit Testing: This is a framework provided by SAP for unit testing ABAP code. It allows developers to write tests for their code to ensure it behaves as expected.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator), SE24 (Class Builder), and SE38 (ABAP Editor) for managing and executing your ABAP Unit tests.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or enhancements related to ABAP Unit testing.
  
  By ensuring that you are operating within the correct context and following the guidelines for ABAP Unit testing, you should be able to resolve the error message you are encountering.