How To Fix 8I494 - Error occured during selection of data

8I494 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8I - Localization India

• Message number: 494

• Message text: Error occured during selection of data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8I494 - Error occured during selection of data ?

  The SAP error message 8I494 ("Error occurred during selection of data") typically indicates that there was an issue when the system attempted to retrieve or process data from the database. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during report generation, data extraction, or when executing certain transactions.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Database Issues: There may be problems with the database connection, such as network issues, database locks, or performance problems.
  Data Inconsistencies: The data being accessed may be inconsistent or corrupted, leading to errors during selection.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data being requested.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues with the configuration of the data source or the selection criteria used in the query.
  System Performance: High system load or performance issues can lead to timeouts or failures in data retrieval.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Connection: Ensure that the database is up and running and that there are no connectivity