How To Fix AQV866 - Selection screen does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQV - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 866

• Message text: Selection screen does not exist

What causes this issue?

You tried to display the selection screen of a saved list with the
'Selections' function. but this list was saved at a time when the
display of the selection screen was not supported by the query. As a
result, no information about the selection screen was stored in the
saved version.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQV866 - Selection screen does not exist ?

  The SAP error message AQV866, which states "Selection screen does not exist," typically occurs when a user tries to execute a report or transaction that references a selection screen that is either not defined or not available in the system. This can happen for various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Deleted Selection Screen: The selection screen associated with the report or transaction may have been deleted or is not properly defined in the program.
  Transport Issues: If the program or selection screen was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the selection screen or the associated program.
  Incorrect Program Name: The transaction or report may be incorrectly specified, leading to a call to a non-existent selection screen.
  Program Errors: There may be errors in the ABAP code that prevent the selection screen from being displayed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Program/Transaction: Verify that you are using the correct transaction code or program name. Ensure that the program is active and correctly defined.
  Review Selection Screen Definition: If you have access to the ABAP development environment, check the program code to ensure that the selection screen is defined correctly. Look for the SELECTION-SCREEN statement in the ABAP code.
  Transport Check: If the program was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues. Ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the program. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the program to see where the error occurs and gather more information about the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Check SAP Notes or documentation related to the specific program or transaction for any known issues or patches.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  ABAP Development: If you have access to ABAP development tools, you can analyze the program code to identify any potential issues with the selection screen.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.