How To Fix AQV169 - Specify dataset or file name

AQV169 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQV - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 169

• Message text: Specify dataset or file name

What causes this issue?

When you define a functional area for a sequential dataset, you must
specify a file name. This file name appears as default value in the
selection screren of all queries defined for this functional area and
marks the file from which the data for evaluation is read.

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?

Enter a valid file name.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

AQV169 - Details

• The SAP error message AQV169, which states "Specify dataset or file name," typically occurs when a required dataset or file name is not provided in a process that expects it. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when working with data transfer, file uploads, or report generation.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The most common cause is that the user has not specified a dataset or file name in the relevant input field.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may be misconfigured, leading to the inability to identify the required dataset or file.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the specified dataset or file.
  Program Logic: There may be an issue in the program logic that fails to pass the dataset or file name correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that all required fields for specifying the dataset or file name are filled out correctly. Look for any prompts or input boxes that