How To Fix FPB_SNI018 - An error has occurred in the ALV

FPB_SNI018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FPB_SNI - Hierarchy Navigation

• Message number: 018

• Message text: An error has occurred in the ALV

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FPB_SNI018 - An error has occurred in the ALV ?

  The SAP error message FPB_SNI018, which indicates "An error has occurred in the ALV," typically arises in the context of the ABAP List Viewer (ALV) when there is an issue with the display or processing of the ALV grid. This error can occur due to various reasons, including data inconsistencies, configuration issues, or programming errors in the ABAP code.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Data Issues: The data being processed may contain inconsistencies or invalid entries that the ALV cannot handle.
  Configuration Problems: There may be issues with the ALV configuration settings or the way the ALV is set up in the program.
  Memory Issues: Insufficient memory or resources on the application server can lead to this error.
  Programming Errors: Bugs or errors in the ABAP code that generates the ALV report can cause this issue.
  User Authorizations: Lack of proper authorizations for the user trying to access the ALV report can also lead to errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
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