How To Fix SY453 - You can only change statement breakpoints on the breakpoints screen

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SY - ABAP/4 system messages

• Message number: 453

• Message text: You can only change statement breakpoints on the breakpoints screen

What causes this issue?

The breakpoint that you want to change is a statement breakpoint.
However, you cannot change statement breakpoints by positioning the
cursor in the source code and then choosing a function.

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

Instead, you can only delete, deactivate, or activate them from the
breakpoint overview.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Change to the breakpoint overview to delete, activate, or deactivate
the breakpoint.
You cannot change a statement breakpoint for selected points in the
program.
Neither can you set a breakpoint at a point in the program where there
is already a statement breakpoint.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SY453 - You can only change statement breakpoints on the breakpoints screen ?

  The SAP error message SY453, which states "You can only change statement breakpoints on the breakpoints screen," typically occurs when you attempt to modify or delete statement breakpoints directly from the debugger or from a location that does not allow such changes.
  Cause:
  This error arises because statement breakpoints are a specific type of breakpoint that can only be managed from the Breakpoints screen in the ABAP Debugger. If you try to change or delete these breakpoints from the main debugger interface or from a different context, SAP will prevent this action and display the SY453 error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Open the Breakpoints Screen:
  
  While in the ABAP Debugger, navigate to the Breakpoints screen. You can usually do this by selecting the "Breakpoints" option from the menu or using the appropriate function key (often F9).
  
  
  
  Manage Breakpoints:
  
  In the Breakpoints screen, you will see a list of all the breakpoints that are currently set, including statement breakpoints.
  From here, you can add, modify, or delete statement breakpoints as needed.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, ensure you save them. This will allow you to continue debugging without encountering the SY453 error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Types of Breakpoints: In ABAP, there are different types of breakpoints, including:
  
  Session Breakpoints: These are set for the current debugging session.
  Permanent Breakpoints: These are saved in the source code and will persist across sessions.
  Statement Breakpoints: These are set at specific lines of code and can only be managed from the Breakpoints screen.
  
  
  
  Debugging Best Practices: When debugging ABAP programs, it's essential to understand how to effectively use breakpoints to isolate issues. Familiarizing yourself with the debugger interface and the different types of breakpoints can enhance your debugging efficiency.
  
  
  Documentation: For more detailed information, refer to the SAP Help Portal or the ABAP documentation related to debugging and breakpoints.
  
  
  By following these steps and understanding the context of the error, you should be able to manage your breakpoints effectively and avoid encountering the SY453 error in the future.