How To Fix AQ155 - Field group & contains no fields

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQ - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 155

• Message text: Field group & contains no fields

What causes this issue?

You defined a functional group without assigning any fields to it. When
you try to save such functional areas, they are deleted.

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?

It is possible to save and generate the functional area like this, but
you should really either assign fields to the functional group or
delete it altogether.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQ155 - Field group & contains no fields ?

  The SAP error message AQ155 ("Field group & contains no fields") typically occurs when you are trying to use a field group in a report or a transaction, but the specified field group does not contain any fields. This can happen for various reasons, such as misconfiguration, incorrect field group assignment, or issues with the underlying data model.
  Causes:
  
  Empty Field Group: The field group you are trying to use has not been populated with any fields.
  Incorrect Field Group Name: The field group name specified might be incorrect or misspelled.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the field group in the relevant module.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the fields in the field group.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Field Group Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SE11 for Data Dictionary) and check the definition of the field group.
  Ensure that the field group is correctly defined and contains the necessary fields.
  
  
  
  Verify Field Group Name:
  
  Double-check the name of the field group you are using in your report or transaction to ensure it is correct.
  
  
  
  Add Fields to the Field Group:
  
  If the field group is indeed empty, you may need to add the required fields to it. This can be done in the Data Dictionary (SE11) or the relevant configuration area.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the fields in the field group. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with, as there may be known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the relevant program to see how the field group is being processed and identify where the issue might be occurring.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to this error message, as there may be specific patches or updates that address the issue.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting on SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AQ155 error and implement a solution.