How To Fix D4002 - Error: Report & could not be generated. & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D4 - DB2/400 specific messages

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Error: Report & could not be generated. & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D4002 - Error: Report & could not be generated. & & ?

  The SAP error message D4002, which states "Report & could not be generated," typically indicates that there was an issue when trying to generate a report in the SAP system. This error can arise from various causes, and the solutions may vary depending on the specific context in which the error occurs. Here are some common causes and potential solutions:
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the report.
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The report may require specific data that is missing or incorrectly formatted.
  Program Errors: There may be bugs or issues in the underlying ABAP program that generates the report.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system can lead to report generation failures.
  Performance Issues: If the system is under heavy load, it may fail to generate reports due to timeouts or resource constraints.
  Transport Issues: If the report was recently transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing objects.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the report. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU53 or SUIM.
  Validate Input Data: Review the input parameters for the report to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the data is valid.
  Debug the Program: If you have access to the ABAP code, you can debug the program to identify any errors or exceptions that may be occurring during report generation.
  Review System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and short dump analysis (transaction ST22) for any related error messages that could provide more context on the issue.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to the report and ensure that they are set up correctly.
  System Performance: Monitor system performance and resource usage. If the system is under heavy load, consider running the report during off-peak hours or optimizing the report for better performance.
  Transport Consistency: If the report was recently transported, ensure that all necessary objects and dependencies were included in the transport request.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific report you are trying to generate, as it may contain information about prerequisites or known issues.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.