How To Fix SY359 - Function module does not exist or EXCEPTION raised

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SY - ABAP/4 system messages

• Message number: 359

• Message text: Function module does not exist or EXCEPTION raised

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SY359 - Function module does not exist or EXCEPTION raised ?

  The SAP error message SY359 indicates that a function module either does not exist or an exception has been raised during its execution. This error can occur in various scenarios, typically when a program or report attempts to call a function module that is either not defined in the system or has encountered an error during its execution.
  Causes of SY359 Error
  
  
  Non-Existent Function Module: The function module being called does not exist in the SAP system. This could be due to a typo in the function module name or the function module not being activated.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the program may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the function module.
  
  
  Exceptions Raised: The function module may have raised an exception due to invalid input parameters or other runtime issues.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the function module was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  
  Version Mismatch: The function module may exist in a different version of the system, leading to compatibility issues.
  
  
  Solutions to SY359 Error
  
  
  Check Function Module Existence:
  
  Use transaction code SE37 (Function Builder) to check if the function module exists. Ensure that the name is spelled correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Activation:
  
  If the function module exists but is not activated, activate it in SE37.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the function module. This can be checked using transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the function module exists and is activated, you may need to debug the program that is calling it. Use transaction SE80 or SE38 to find the program and set breakpoints to analyze the input parameters and flow.
  
  
  
  Check for Exceptions:
  
  Review the documentation of the function module to understand what exceptions it might raise and under what conditions. Handle these exceptions in your code.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the function module was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was imported correctly. You may need to re-import or activate it.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address known issues with the function module.
  
  
  
  System Consistency:
  
  If the issue persists, consider checking the consistency of the system or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE37: Function Module Builder
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE38: ABAP Editor
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  
  Debugging Tools:
  
  Use the ABAP debugger to step through the code and identify where the error occurs.
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation:
  
  Review the official SAP documentation for the specific function module to understand its parameters and exceptions.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SY359 error in your SAP environment.