How To Fix AQ_AD_HOC020 - Specify a report first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQ_AD_HOC - SAP Query: Ad Hoc Query Messages

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Specify a report first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQ_AD_HOC020 - Specify a report first ?

  The SAP error message AQ_AD_HOC020, which states "Specify a report first," typically occurs in the context of SAP's reporting tools, particularly when using the Ad Hoc Query or similar reporting functionalities. This error indicates that the system expects you to select or specify a report before proceeding with further actions.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Report Selected: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected a report to run or analyze.
  Incorrect Navigation: The user may have navigated to a reporting function without first selecting a valid report.
  Session Issues: Sometimes, session-related issues or timeouts can lead to this error if the system does not recognize the user's previous selections.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select a Report: Ensure that you have selected a report from the available options. This can usually be done by navigating to the report selection screen and choosing the appropriate report.
  Check Report Availability: Make sure that the report you are trying to