How To Fix AQV172 - Specify a name for the data retrieval program

AQV172 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQV - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Specify a name for the data retrieval program

What causes this issue?

You want to set up a functional area for which data acquisition should
be organized by your own program. The name of this program (sample
report) must be known to the functional area since the report generator
of the ABAP query needs this program as a template for generating.

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 program name. It is advisable to use the name proposed by the
system.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQV172 - Specify a name for the data retrieval program ?

  The SAP error message AQV172, which states "Specify a name for the data retrieval program," typically occurs in the context of data retrieval or reporting processes within SAP, particularly when working with data extraction or reporting tools like SAP Query or SAP BW.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when a user attempts to execute a data retrieval program without providing a necessary name for the program. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Missing Input: The user has not filled in the required field for the program name.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings related to the data retrieval program.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to create or execute a data retrieval program.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AQV172 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Provide a Name: Ensure that you enter a valid name for the data retrieval program in the appropriate field. This is usually a mandatory