How To Fix AQ866 - Selection screen does not exist


AQ866 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: AQ - Message texts for SAP Query

  • Message number: 866

  • Message text: Selection screen does not exist

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  • What causes this issue?

    You attempted to use the <LS>Selections</> function to display the
    selection screen of a saved list. However, this list was saved when
    display of the query selection screen was not supported. For this
    reason, the generated version contains no information about the
    selection screen.

    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?


    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


AQ866 - Details

  • The SAP error message AQ866, which states "Selection screen does not exist," typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that references a selection screen that is either not defined or has been deleted. This can happen for various reasons, including changes in the program, missing components, or incorrect transaction codes.
    Causes:
    
    Missing Selection Screen: The selection screen for the report or transaction has not been defined in the program.
    Deleted or Inactive Program: The program associated with the transaction code may have been deleted or is currently inactive.
    Incorrect Transaction Code: The transaction code entered may be incorrect or not linked to any existing program.
    Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the selection screen.
    Transport Issues: If the program was transported from one system to another, the selection screen might not have been included in the transport request.
    
    Solutions:
    
    Check Transaction Code: Verify that the transaction code

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