ED258 - No main program for include &1 found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ED - ABAP/4 Editor messages

• Message number: 258

• Message text: No main program for include &1 found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ED258 - No main program for include &1 found ?

  The SAP error message ED258 "No main program for include &1 found" typically occurs when the system is unable to find the main program associated with an include program. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Main Program: The main program that should include the specified include file is either missing or has not been activated.
  Incorrect Include Path: The include path specified in the program might be incorrect or the include file might not be properly defined.
  Transport Issues: If the program was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the main program might not have been transported correctly.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user might not have the necessary authorizations to access the main program.
  Development Environment Issues: If you are working in a development environment, the program might not be properly activated or compiled.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Main Program: Verify that the main program associated with the include exists and is activated. You can do this by navigating to the ABAP Editor (transaction SE38) and checking for the main program.
  Activate the Program: If the main program is found but not activated, activate it. You can do this by selecting the program in SE38 and choosing the "Activate" option.
  Check Include Path: Ensure that the include path in the main program is correct. You can do this by reviewing the code in the main program to see if it correctly references the include.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that the main program was included in the transport request and that it was successfully imported into the target system.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the main program. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Recompile the Program: Sometimes recompiling the program can resolve issues. You can do this by going to the ABAP Editor and selecting the "Check" option, which will also trigger a recompile.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE38: ABAP Editor
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE37: Function Module
  
  
  Debugging: If the error persists, consider using the debugger to trace the execution and identify where the issue occurs.
  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 identify and resolve the issue related to the ED258 error message in SAP.