How To Fix AQ236 - Query & for user group & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQ - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 236

• Message text: Query & for user group & does not exist

What causes this issue?

You attempted to copy a query that does not exist.

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?

Choose the correct names for the query and user group.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQ236 - Query & for user group & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message AQ236 typically indicates that there is an issue related to a query or user group that does not exist in the system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to execute a query that references a user group that has not been defined or has been deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent User Group: The user group specified in the query does not exist in the SAP system.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the user group name or query definition.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified user group.
  Deleted User Group: The user group may have been deleted or is no longer active in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Group Existence:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SU01 for user maintenance) and check if the user group exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or modify the query to reference an existing user group.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Review the query definition for any spelling mistakes or incorrect references to the user group.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the query has the necessary authorizations to access the user group. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If the user group was recently deleted or modified, consult with your SAP Basis team or system administrator to understand the changes made.
  
  
  
  Modify the Query:
  
  If the user group is no longer needed, consider modifying the query to remove the reference to the non-existent user group.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 (User Maintenance)
  SQ01 (Query Management)
  SQ02 (Query Areas)
  SQ03 (User Groups)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Check SAP Help Portal or relevant SAP Notes for additional guidance on query management and user groups.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AQ236 error and implement a solution to resolve it.