How To Fix AQ866 - Selection screen does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQ - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 866

• Message text: Selection screen does not exist

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQ866 - Selection screen does not exist ?

  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 you are using is correct and corresponds to an existing program.
  Review Program: If you have access to the ABAP Workbench (SE80 or SE38), check the program associated with the transaction code to ensure that the selection screen is defined.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the program and its selection screen.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary components were included.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or BASIS team for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE38 (ABAP Editor) to investigate the program and its components.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific program or transaction code.
  Debugging: If you have debugging access, you can set breakpoints in the program to see where the error occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AQ866 error and implement a solution.