How To Fix DB628 - Report & is not in library

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DB - Messages for logical databases and background processing

• Message number: 628

• Message text: Report & is not in library

What causes this issue?

You attempted to edit variants for the program &V1&, but this program
does not exist.

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?

Correct program name.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB628 - Report & is not in library ?

  The SAP error message DB628, which states "Report & is not in library," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a specified report in the library. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Report Not Created or Deleted: The report may not have been created yet, or it may have been deleted from the library.
  Incorrect Report Name: The report name specified in the transaction or program may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the report.
  Library Configuration: The library where the report is supposed to be stored may not be correctly configured or may not exist.
  Transport Issues: If the report was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Report Existence: Check if the report exists in the library. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE38 for ABAP programs) and searching for the report name.
  Check Report Name: Ensure that the report name is correctly spelled and formatted. Pay attention to case sensitivity.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the report. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Library Configuration: Check the configuration of the library to ensure it is set up correctly. This may involve checking the settings in transaction SE80 or other relevant transactions.
  Transport Logs: If the report was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport process.
  Recreate the Report: If the report has been deleted and cannot be found, you may need to recreate it.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE38 (ABAP Editor), SE80 (Object Navigator), ST22 (Dump Analysis), SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for "DB628" in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for more information on report management and library configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.