How To Fix TBA1086 - Invalid screen number for program: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TBA1 - Messages for Treasury Basis Objects

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Invalid screen number for program: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TBA1086 - Invalid screen number for program: & ?

  The SAP error message TBA1086, which states "Invalid screen number for program: &," typically occurs when there is an issue with the screen number being called in a particular program. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when a custom program or transaction is trying to access a screen that does not exist or is not defined correctly.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Screen Number: The program is trying to call a screen number that does not exist in the specified program.
  Program Changes: If the program has been modified or if screens have been deleted or renamed, it can lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain screens, leading to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the program or screen was transported from one system to another and the transport did not include all necessary objects, it could lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Screen Number: Verify that the screen number being called in the program is valid. You can do this by checking the program in the ABAP editor (transaction SE38) and looking at the screen definitions (transaction SE80).
  Review Program Logic: If you have access to the ABAP code, review the logic that calls the screen. Ensure that the screen number is correctly defined and that it corresponds to an existing screen.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the program and the specific screen. You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the program to see where the error occurs and what screen number is being called.
  Consult Documentation: If the program is a standard SAP program, consult the SAP documentation or support for any known issues or patches related to the program.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE38 (ABAP Editor), SE80 (Object Navigator), SU53 (Authorization Check), ST22 (Dump Analysis).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or ABAP development team for further investigation.