How To Fix W_CB179 - Internal error in program &1 include &2 row &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W_CB -

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Internal error in program &1 include &2 row &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W_CB179 - Internal error in program &1 include &2 row &3 ?

  The SAP error message:
  W_CB179 Internal error in program &1 include &2 row &3
  is a generic internal error message indicating that the SAP system has encountered an unexpected condition or inconsistency in the specified program, include, and line number.
  
  Cause
  
  Internal inconsistency or runtime error: The message usually appears when the SAP kernel or runtime environment detects an internal inconsistency, such as a memory access violation, invalid data reference, or unexpected program state.
  Program or include corruption: The program or include mentioned (&1 = program name, &2 = include name, &3 = line number) might have syntax errors, corrupted code, or inconsistencies.
  Custom code issues: If the program is a custom development or enhancement, it might contain bugs or invalid operations.
  Kernel or system issues: Sometimes, kernel patches or system inconsistencies cause such internal errors.
  Data inconsistencies: Corrupted or inconsistent data in the database or internal tables accessed by the program.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Identify the program and line:
  
  Note the program name (&1), include (&2), and line number (&3) from the error message.
  Use transaction SE38 or SE80 to open the program and navigate to the specified include and line.
  
  
  
  Analyze the code:
  
  Check the code at the indicated line for possible syntax errors, invalid operations, or suspicious statements.
  Look for uninitialized variables, invalid data references, or operations that might cause runtime errors.
  
  
  
  Check for recent changes:
  
  If the program is custom or recently modified, review recent transports or changes.
  Use version management in SE80 or SE38 to compare with previous versions.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  Run the program in debug mode to reproduce the error and analyze the call stack and variable values.
  Check for null pointers, invalid memory access, or unexpected data.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Notes:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to the program or error message W_CB179.
  Sometimes SAP releases patches or corrections for known issues.
  
  
  
  Kernel and system checks:
  
  Ensure the SAP kernel is up to date.
  Check system logs (SM21), short dumps (ST22), and system traces (ST11) for related errors.
  
  
  
  Data consistency checks:
  
  Run database consistency checks if data corruption is suspected.
  Use transaction DB02 or relevant tools.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and cannot be resolved, raise a message with SAP Support providing the program name, include, line number, and system logs.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Message Class W_CB179: This is an internal error message class used by the SAP kernel or runtime environment.
  ST22 (ABAP Runtime Errors): Check for short dumps related to the error.
  SM21 (System Log): Look for system-level errors.
  SE80 / SE38: For program and include code analysis.
  SAP Notes and Knowledge Base Articles: Search for the exact program name and error message.
  Debugging Tools: Use ABAP Debugger to trace the error.
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
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  Cause
  Internal runtime error due to program/include code issues, data inconsistencies, or kernel problems.
  
  
  Solution
  Analyze and debug the specified program/include at the indicated line; check recent changes; apply SAP Notes; update kernel; check data consistency.
  
  
  Related Info
  Use SE38/SE80, ST22, SM21; consult SAP Notes; contact SAP Support if unresolved.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the actual program name, include, and line number, or the context in which the error occurs, I can help you with a more specific analysis.