How To Fix TD761 - Function module for including program symbols is incorrect

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TD - SAPscript: Text editor, composer, forms, styles and fonts

• Message number: 761

• Message text: Function module for including program symbols is incorrect

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TD761 - Function module for including program symbols is incorrect ?

  The SAP error message TD761, which states "Function module for including program symbols is incorrect," typically occurs when there is an issue with the function module that is supposed to include program symbols in the ABAP program. This can happen for various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Function Module Name: The function module specified in the program might not exist or is incorrectly named.
  Missing Function Module: The function module may not be activated or may have been deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the function module was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the function module.
  Syntax Errors: There may be syntax errors in the ABAP program that prevent the function module from being recognized correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Function Module Name: Verify that the function module name specified in the program is correct. You can do this by navigating to the function module in transaction SE37.
  Activate the Function Module: If the function module exists but is not activated, activate it in transaction SE37.
  Check Transport Logs: If the function module was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors that may have occurred during the transport.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the function module. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, you can debug the program to see where the error occurs and gather more information about the context in which the function module is being called.
  Check for Syntax Errors: Review the ABAP code for any syntax errors that might be causing the issue. Use transaction SE80 or SE38 to check the code.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE37: Function Module Maintenance
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE38: ABAP Editor
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for TD761 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific function module to understand its purpose and requirements.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or ABAP development team for further assistance.