How To Fix DB687 - Report & has not been selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 687

• Message text: Report & has not been selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB687 - Report & has not been selected ?

  The SAP error message DB687 ("Report & has not been selected") typically occurs when a report or program that is supposed to be executed has not been properly selected or configured in the system. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues, missing authorizations, or incorrect settings in the report execution parameters.
  Causes:
  
  Report Not Selected: The report you are trying to execute has not been selected in the relevant transaction or configuration.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the report may not have the necessary authorizations to run the report.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues in the configuration settings for the report, such as missing parameters or incorrect settings.
  Transport Issues: If the report was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated or configured in the target system.
  Program Deactivation: The report or program may have been deactivated or removed from the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Select the Report: Ensure that the report is selected in the relevant transaction. Check the selection criteria and make sure the report is included.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the report. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the user management transaction (SU01).
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the report. Ensure that all required parameters are set correctly and that the report is properly configured in the system.
  Transport Check: If the report was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported and activated in the target system.
  Program Activation: If the report is deactivated, you may need to reactivate it. This can typically be done in the ABAP Workbench (SE80) or through transaction SE38.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the report in question.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to check the report's status and configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the DB687 error and implement a solution to resolve it.