How To Fix WA154 - Function module & could not be created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WA - Messages from Workflow Event Manager

• Message number: 154

• Message text: Function module & could not be created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WA154 - Function module & could not be created ?

  The SAP error message:
  WA154 Function module & could not be created
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when the system tries to create or generate a function module (usually during transport import, function group activation, or when generating function modules from function group source code), but the creation fails. The ampersand (&) in the message is a placeholder for the function module name.
  Common causes include:
  
  Syntax errors in the function module source code.
  Missing or inconsistent source code in the function group.
  Authorization issues preventing creation or activation.
  Transport or system inconsistencies, such as incomplete transport imports.
  Inactive or locked function group preventing function module creation.
  System or repository inconsistencies (e.g., database inconsistencies).
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the function module source code:
  
  Go to transaction SE37 or SE80.
  Try to display or activate the function module manually.
  Look for syntax errors or missing includes.
  Correct any syntax errors found.
  
  
  
  Check the function group:
  
  Ensure the function group is active and not locked.
  Activate the function group (SE80 ? Function Groups ? Activate).
  
  
  
  Check transport logs:
  
  If this error occurred during a transport import, check the transport logs (STMS).
  Re-import the transport if necessary.
  Ensure all dependent objects are transported.
  
  
  
  Check authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user performing the operation has the necessary authorizations to create or activate function modules.
  
  
  
  Check system consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks (e.g., report RS_PROGRAM_CHECK).
  If repository inconsistencies are suspected, consult BASIS or SAP support.
  
  
  
  Re-generate the function module:
  
  Sometimes, deleting and re-creating the function module or regenerating the function group can help.
  
  
  
  Check for OSS Notes:
  
  Search SAP OSS Notes for the specific error message and function module name.
  SAP Notes may provide patches or specific instructions.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SE37: Function Builder to display and activate function modules.
  Transaction SE80: Object Navigator to manage function groups and modules.
  Transaction STMS: Transport Management System to check transport logs.
  Report RS_PROGRAM_CHECK: To check program consistency.
  SAP OSS Notes and Knowledge Base Articles for specific error corrections.
  This error is often seen during transport imports or system upgrades.
  
  
  If the problem persists after these steps, consider raising a message with SAP Support including:
  
  The exact function module name.
  The transport request number (if applicable).
  System logs and dumps (ST22).
  Steps to reproduce the error.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Syntax errors, missing source, authorization issues, transport inconsistencies, locked function group
  
  
  Solution
  Check and correct source code, activate function group, verify authorizations, re-import transport, run consistency checks
  
  
  Related
  SE37, SE80, STMS, RS_PROGRAM_CHECK, SAP OSS Notes
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the function module name or context (e.g., during transport import), I can help with more specific guidance.