How To Fix AQ_AD_HOC021 - Report "&1" does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Report "&1" does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQ_AD_HOC021 - Report "&1" does not exist ?

  The SAP error message AQ_AD_HOC021, which states "Report '&1' does not exist," typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a report that is either not available in the system or has been deleted or renamed. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Report Deletion: The report may have been deleted from the system.
  Incorrect Report Name: The report name entered may be misspelled or incorrect.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the report.
  Transport Issues: If the report was recently transported from another system, it may not have been successfully imported.
  Development Environment: The report may exist in a development environment but not in the production environment.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Report Name: Double-check the report name for any typos or errors. Ensure that you are using the correct name as it appears in the system.
  Check Report Existence: Use transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SA38 (Execute Report) to search for the report. If it does not appear, it may not exist in the system.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the report. This can be checked with the help of a security administrator.
  Transport Check: If the report was recently transported, verify that the transport request was successfully imported and that there were no errors during the transport process.
  Consult with Development Team: If the report is supposed to exist, consult with the development team to see if it has been moved, renamed, or is under development.
  Check for Variants: If the report is supposed to have variants, ensure that the variant is correctly set up and associated with the report.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE38, SA38, and SE80 for report management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific report or error message.
  Documentation: Review any documentation related to the report for additional context on its purpose and usage.
  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 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.