How To Fix AQ197 - Enter a correct selection screen version

AQ197 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQ - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 197

• Message text: Enter a correct selection screen version

What causes this issue?

You entered a selection screen version which either does not consist of
three characters or is not supported by the logical database.

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?

Selection screen versions are always identified by a three-character ID
(without blanks). Each logical database can have several such versions.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQ197 - Enter a correct selection screen version ?

  The SAP error message AQ197, which states "Enter a correct selection screen version," typically occurs when there is an issue with the selection screen version in a report or transaction. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when executing a report or transaction that requires a specific version of the selection screen.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Version: The version of the selection screen being referenced is not valid or does not exist in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the selection screen version was transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or may be missing.
  Custom Development: If there are custom reports or programs, the selection screen version may not be correctly defined or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specific version of the selection screen.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Version: Verify that the selection screen version you are trying to use is correct