How To Fix AQV403 - No lines have been defined for the basic list

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQV - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 403

• Message text: No lines have been defined for the basic list

What causes this issue?

You tried to go the screen 'List Line Output Options' without having
defined lines for the basic list.

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?

In the 'Basic List Line Structure' screen, define how the fields you
want should be organized in the lines of the basic list (fill in
columns 'Line' and 'Sequence').

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQV403 - No lines have been defined for the basic list ?

  The SAP error message AQV403, which states "No lines have been defined for the basic list," typically occurs in the context of reporting or when generating lists in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to retrieve any data to display in the report or list because no entries meet the criteria defined in the selection screen.
  Causes:
  
  No Data Available: The most common cause is that there are no records in the database that match the selection criteria specified by the user.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The filters or parameters set in the selection screen may be too restrictive, leading to no results being returned.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data, resulting in an empty list.
  Data Not Yet Processed: If the report is supposed to show data that has not yet been processed or posted, it will return no results.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database or the report program itself.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you have entered. Try broadening the filters to see if any data is returned.
  Verify Data Availability: Ensure that there is data in the relevant tables that should be displayed in the report. You can do this by running a direct query on the database tables involved.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view the data. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator for assistance.
  Review Data Processing: If the report is supposed to show recently processed data, ensure that the relevant transactions have been completed and posted.
  Consult Technical Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP technical support team to investigate any potential technical issues with the report or the underlying data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the error, you may be using specific transaction codes (e.g., ME2N for purchasing documents, VA05 for sales orders, etc.).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific report or transaction you are using. SAP Notes can provide patches or workarounds for known bugs.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific report or transaction to understand the expected behavior and any prerequisites for data availability.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the AQV403 error in SAP.