How To Fix AQ_AD_HOC220 - Internal error when generating

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 220

• Message text: Internal error when generating

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQ_AD_HOC220 - Internal error when generating ?

  The SAP error message AQ_AD_HOC220, which indicates an "Internal error when generating," typically occurs in the context of generating reports or queries in SAP systems, particularly in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BusinessObjects.
  Causes:
  
  Data Model Issues: There may be inconsistencies or issues in the underlying data model or data source that the report or query is trying to access.
  System Configuration: Misconfigurations in the SAP system settings or in the specific report/query settings can lead to this error.
  Performance Issues: If the system is under heavy load or if there are performance bottlenecks, it may lead to internal errors during report generation.
  Software Bugs: There may be bugs in the version of SAP you are using, which could lead to unexpected internal errors.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations for the user trying to generate the report can also trigger this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Sources: Verify that the data sources used in