How To Fix XM073 - Program (report) cannot be executed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XM - XMI interface and SMAPIS messages to XMI log

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Program (report) cannot be executed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XM073 - Program (report) cannot be executed ?

  The SAP error message XM073, which states "Program (report) cannot be executed," typically occurs when there is an issue with the execution of a report or program in the SAP system. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the report or program.
  Program Not Active: The program or report may not be active in the system. This can happen if it has not been properly transported or activated.
  Missing or Incorrect Parameters: The report may require specific input parameters that are missing or incorrectly specified.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or system configuration errors.
  Program Deletion: The program may have been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the report. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU53 or SUIM.
  
  
  
  Activate the Program:
  
  If the program is not active, you can activate it using transaction SE38 or SE80. Check if the program exists and is in an active state.
  
  
  
  Review Input Parameters:
  
  Ensure that all required input parameters for the report are provided and correctly formatted. Check the documentation for the report to understand the required parameters.
  
  
  
  Check for Technical Issues:
  
  Look into system logs (transaction SM21) and short dumps (transaction ST22) for any related errors that might provide more context on the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis team to check for any system-level issues or configurations that might be affecting the execution of the program.
  
  
  
  Re-transport the Program:
  
  If the program was recently transported and is not functioning, consider re-transporting it from the development environment to the production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE38: To execute or manage ABAP programs.
  SE80: Object Navigator for managing various objects including programs.
  SU53: To check authorization failures.
  SM21: To view system logs.
  ST22: To analyze short dumps.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Always refer to the SAP documentation or help files for specific reports to understand their requirements and limitations.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the XM073 error in your SAP system.