How To Fix /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES540 - No objects to add to watch list

/CPD/PFP_MESSAGES540 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 540

• Message text: No objects to add to watch list

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES540 - No objects to add to watch list ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES540 indicating "No objects to add to watch list" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Performance Management or similar modules where users are trying to add objects (like performance metrics, reports, or other entities) to a watch list for monitoring purposes.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Available Objects: The most common cause of this error is that there are no objects available in the current context that can be added to the watch list. This could be due to filters applied or the specific selection criteria not matching any existing objects.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or add certain objects to the watch list.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the display or selection of objects.
  Data Availability: The data or objects you are trying to add may not exist in the system or may not be relevant to