How To Fix GR642 - Selected data saved (name: '&')

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GR - Report Writer

• Message number: 642

• Message text: Selected data saved (name: '&')

What causes this issue?

The data selected for the report group has been stored. Using the
function 'Output' in transaction <DS:TRAN.GR55>'Execute Report Group'</>
you can display the report at any time without having to make a new
selection. To do this, enter the name of the selection data on the
initial screen. (Note: if you enter '*' and then execute, a list is
displayed showing the selection data that exists).

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 GR642 - Selected data saved (name: '&') ?

  The SAP error message GR642, which states "Selected data saved (name: '&')", typically occurs in the context of data selection or processing in SAP, particularly when dealing with reports or data extraction. This message is not necessarily an error but rather an informational message indicating that the selected data has been saved successfully.
  Cause:
  
  Data Selection: The message is triggered when a user selects certain data (e.g., in a report or transaction) and saves it. The '&' symbol is a placeholder for the name of the data or selection variant that has been saved.
  User Action: It may occur after a user has performed an action that involves saving a selection variant or a report layout.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Saved Data: If you see this message, it usually means that the action was successful. You can check the saved data or selection variant to ensure it meets your requirements.
  Review Selection Variants: If you need to modify or delete the saved selection, navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE38 for reports) and manage your selection variants accordingly.
  Documentation: If you are unsure about the implications of the saved data, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator for guidance on how to manage selection variants.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you might be using transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor), ME2N (Purchase Orders by PO Number), or others where data selection is common.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to the transaction you are using, as there may be updates or patches that address related concerns.
  User Training: If this message is causing confusion among users, consider providing training on how to manage selection variants and understand system messages.
  
  If you encounter this message frequently and it is causing issues, it may be beneficial to analyze the specific context in which it appears to determine if there are underlying problems that need to be addressed.