How To Fix 5P298 - &: Error during report generation (GENERATE REPORT)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5P - Error Messages for Schema, Pers.Calc.Rule and Feature Checks

• Message number: 298

• Message text: &: Error during report generation (GENERATE REPORT)

What causes this issue?

The system uses a feature's decision tree to generate a report. All
possible syntax errors are checked before generation, but not the
errors that occur during report generation. The GENERATE REPORT ABAP
statement has sent return code 8.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Consult your system administrator, or send an error message to the SAP
Hotline.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5P298 - &: Error during report generation (GENERATE REPORT) ?

  The SAP error message 5P298, which states "Error during report generation (GENERATE REPORT)," typically indicates that there was an issue when trying to generate a report in the SAP system. This error can arise from various causes, and the solutions may vary depending on the specific context in which the error occurs. Here are some common causes and potential solutions:
  Causes:
  
  Data Issues: There may be missing or inconsistent data in the database that the report is trying to access.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary permissions to execute the report or access certain data.
  Configuration Errors: There could be issues with the report configuration or settings in the SAP system.
  Technical Errors: There may be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the report program or the underlying database.
  Performance Issues: If the system is under heavy load, it may time out or fail to generate the report.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Integrity: Ensure that the data required for the report is complete and consistent. You may need to run data validation checks or consult with the data management team.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to run the report. This can be done by checking the user's roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Examine Report Configuration: Review the report settings and configuration to ensure they are set up correctly. This may involve checking selection criteria, output formats, and other parameters.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, you can debug the report program to identify any coding issues or exceptions that may be causing the error.
  Check System Performance: Monitor the system performance and check for any bottlenecks. If the system is overloaded, consider scheduling the report to run during off-peak hours.
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide patches and updates.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as SE38 (for executing reports) or ST22 (for analyzing dumps).
  Logs and Traces: Check system logs (SM21) and short dumps (ST22) for any additional error messages or information that can help diagnose the issue.
  Documentation: Review any available documentation for the specific report you are trying to generate, as it may contain known issues or troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.