How To Fix ES401 - The list is obsolete and cannot be displayed

ES401 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ES - ABAP Workbench: Repository Information System

• Message number: 401

• Message text: The list is obsolete and cannot be displayed

What causes this issue?

While reading the list from the database, the system discovered that
data structures have changed.

System Response

The system can no longer display the list.

How to fix this error?

Delete the list with the 'Delete' function. Restart your search.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

ES401 - Details

• The SAP error message ES401, which states "The list is obsolete and cannot be displayed," typically occurs when you are trying to access a report or list that is no longer valid or has been updated in a way that makes the current version obsolete. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Data Changes: The underlying data for the report or list has changed significantly, making the current version of the report invalid.
  Program Updates: The program or transaction that generates the report has been updated or modified, leading to the obsolescence of the previous version.
  User Session Issues: Sometimes, the user session may have stale data or references that lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: Changes in user roles or authorizations may prevent access to the report or list.
  Technical Issues: There may be technical issues with the SAP system, such as database inconsistencies or temporary system errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Refresh the Report: Try to refresh the