How To Fix AQ487 - The field '&' is the criterion for ranked list &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQ - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 487

• Message text: The field '&' is the criterion for ranked list &

What causes this issue?

You attempted to delete a field used as a ranked list criterion from
thefield selection for your query.

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?

Delete the ranked list first.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQ487 - The field '&' is the criterion for ranked list & ?

  The SAP error message AQ487 typically indicates an issue related to the ranked list functionality in SAP, particularly when a field is being used as a criterion for ranking but is not properly defined or is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Field Definition: The field specified in the error message may not be defined correctly in the context of the ranked list.
  Missing Data: The field may not contain any data or may not be populated for the records being processed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the ranked list settings or the criteria used for ranking.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the field or the ranked list.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Definition: Verify that the field specified in the error message is correctly defined in the relevant data structure or table.
  Data Population: Ensure that the field has data populated for the records you are trying to rank. If the field is empty, consider populating it or using a different field for ranking.
  Review Configuration: Go through the configuration settings for the ranked list to ensure that all criteria are set up correctly and that the field is included as expected.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the field and the ranked list. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on ranked lists and the fields used in them.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to ranked lists, such as SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator), to investigate the field definitions and configurations.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.