How To Fix 1R057 - The hit list for selecting repositories is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1R - SAP Knowledge Provider

• Message number: 057

• Message text: The hit list for selecting repositories is empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1R057 - The hit list for selecting repositories is empty ?

  The SAP error message 1R057 ("The hit list for selecting repositories is empty") typically occurs in the context of SAP's data management or repository selection processes, particularly when working with data sources or repositories in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or similar environments. This error indicates that the system could not find any repositories that match the selection criteria specified in the query or transaction.
  Causes:
  
  
  No Matching Repositories: The most common cause is that there are no repositories available that meet the criteria specified in your selection. This could be due to filters applied in the selection screen that do not match any existing repositories.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the repositories, leading to an empty hit list.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the repositories from being recognized or displayed.
  
  
  Data Source Issues: If the data sources or repositories have not been properly set up or activated, they may not appear in the selection list.
  
  
  System Errors: Temporary system errors or inconsistencies in the database can also lead to this issue.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you are using to ensure they are correct and that there are repositories that should match those criteria. Remove any unnecessary filters to broaden the search.
  
  
  Verify Repository Configuration: Ensure that the repositories you expect to see are correctly configured and activated in the system. Check the settings in the relevant transaction codes (e.g., RSA1 for BW).
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the repositories. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  System Refresh: If the issue is due to a temporary system error, try refreshing the session or logging out and back into the system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or process you are working with for any additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or other related tools in SAP BW.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error 1R057 for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message 1R057 in your SAP environment.