How To Fix TPDAPI037 - Error in debugger request: No debuggee connected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TPDAPI - Debugger API

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Error in debugger request: No debuggee connected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TPDAPI037 - Error in debugger request: No debuggee connected ?

  The SAP error message TPDAPI037: Error in debugger request: No debuggee connected typically occurs when you attempt to start a debugging session in the SAP system, but there is no program or session currently being debugged. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  No Active Session: The debugger is not connected to any active session or program that can be debugged.
  Incorrect Debugging Mode: You may be trying to debug a program that is not currently running or is not in a state that allows debugging.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to debug the program or transaction.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the SAP system configuration that prevent the debugger from connecting properly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Start the Debugger Correctly:
  
  Ensure that you are starting the debugger from a transaction or program that is currently running. You can do this by setting breakpoints in the code before executing the transaction.
  Use the command /h in the command field before executing the transaction to enable debugging.
  
  
  
  Check Active Sessions:
  
  Make sure that the program you want to debug is actively running. You can check this in the session overview.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that your user has the necessary authorizations to debug. You may need to check with your SAP security administrator to confirm your roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Restart the Debugger:
  
  If you encounter this error, try restarting the debugger. Close the current session and start a new debugging session.
  
  
  
  Check System Configuration:
  
  If the problem persists, check the system configuration settings related to debugging. This may involve checking the SAP kernel version or any specific settings in the SAP GUI.
  
  
  
  Use Alternative Debugging Methods:
  
  If the standard debugger is not working, consider using alternative debugging methods, such as using the ABAP Trace (ST05) or SQL Trace.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the debugger. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for debugging ABAP programs for more detailed instructions and best practices.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums like SAP Community Network (SCN) for insights from other users who may have faced similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TPDAPI037 error and successfully connect to the debugger in your SAP environment.