How To Fix SY459 - Cannot edit & (temporary program)

SY459 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SY - ABAP/4 system messages

• Message number: 459

• Message text: Cannot edit & (temporary program)

What causes this issue?

&V1& is probably a temporary program. For temporary programs, it is not
possible to go from the ABAP Debugger to the ABAP Editor.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SY459 - Cannot edit & (temporary program) ?

  The SAP error message SY459 ("Cannot edit & (temporary program)") typically occurs when you attempt to edit a program that is classified as a temporary program in the SAP system. Temporary programs are usually generated dynamically and are not meant to be modified directly by users. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Temporary Program: The program you are trying to edit is a temporary program created by the system for specific tasks, such as reports or transactions that are generated on-the-fly.
  System Restrictions: SAP restricts editing of temporary programs to maintain system integrity and performance.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to edit certain types of programs or objects in the SAP system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Program: Determine the purpose of the temporary program. If it is generated for a specific transaction or report, consider whether you need to modify it or if you can achieve