How To Fix DB800 - The program & does not have a selection screen

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 800

• Message text: The program & does not have a selection screen

What causes this issue?

Since the program &V1& expects no user input (i.e. parameters or
selection criteria), there is no selection screen. If selection screens
existed in an earlier version, they will be deleted when you regenerate
the program.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB800 - The program & does not have a selection screen ?

  The SAP error message DB800 indicates that the program you are trying to execute does not have a selection screen. This typically occurs when you attempt to run a report or transaction that is expected to have a selection screen, but the program is either not designed to have one or is being called in a way that bypasses it.
  Cause:
  
  Program Type: The program you are trying to execute may be a report that is not designed to have a selection screen. Some programs are designed to run in the background or are meant to be executed with predefined parameters.
  Incorrect Execution Method: You might be trying to execute the program in a way that does not allow for a selection screen, such as through a transaction code that does not correspond to a report with a selection screen.
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The program might be incorrectly configured in the system, or there may be issues with the program itself.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Program Type: Verify if the program is indeed supposed to have a selection screen. You can do this by checking the program's attributes in the ABAP editor (transaction SE38 or SE80).
  Use Correct Transaction Code: Ensure that you are using the correct transaction code to execute the program. If the program is meant to be executed in a specific way, follow the appropriate procedure.
  Run in Background: If the program is designed to run in the background, you may need to use transaction codes like SM37 to monitor background jobs or use the appropriate function module to execute it.
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, you can debug the program to see if there are any issues in the code that prevent it from displaying a selection screen.
  Consult Documentation: Check the documentation or help files related to the program to understand its intended use and execution method.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may be associated with the program you are trying to run.
  ABAP Development: If you are an ABAP developer, you can look into the program's source code to understand its structure and whether it is designed to have a selection screen.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific program or transaction you are working with.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or ABAP development team for further assistance.