How To Fix GR605 - List is empty (function cannot be executed)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GR - Report Writer

• Message number: 605

• Message text: List is empty (function cannot be executed)

What causes this issue?

The system cannot execute the function you have selected for a list
without data pages.

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 GR605 - List is empty (function cannot be executed) ?

  The SAP error message GR605 ("List is empty (function cannot be executed)") typically occurs when you are trying to execute a function or transaction that requires a list of items or data, but the system does not have any data to process. This can happen in various contexts, such as when generating reports, executing transactions, or performing certain operations in SAP.
  Causes:
  
  
  No Data Available: The most common cause is that there is simply no data available for the criteria you have specified. For example, if you are trying to generate a report for a specific date range or selection criteria that does not match any records in the database.
  
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria you have entered may be too restrictive, leading to an empty result set.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data, which can lead to an empty list being returned.
  
  
  Data Deletion: If data has been deleted or archived, it may no longer be available for the function you are trying to execute.
  
  
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent data from being displayed or processed correctly.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you have entered. Make sure they are correct and not overly restrictive. Try broadening the criteria to see if any data is returned.
  
  
  Verify Data Availability: Check the underlying data in the relevant tables to ensure that there is data available for the criteria you are using.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the data. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify your access rights.
  
  
  Data Integrity: If you suspect that data may have been deleted or archived, consult with your data management team to confirm the status of the data.
  
  
  System Logs: Check system logs or error logs for any additional information that may help diagnose the issue.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific transaction or function you are using to see if there are any known issues or additional requirements.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or SAP's customer support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the error, you may be using specific transaction codes (e.g., ME2N for purchasing documents, MB51 for material documents, etc.). Knowing the transaction can help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific transaction or function you are using. SAP Notes often provide solutions or workarounds for common problems.
  User Forums: SAP Community and other user forums can be valuable resources for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GR605 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.