How To Fix GU087 - Specify an index ID

GU087 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GU - FI-SL utilities

• Message number: 087

• Message text: Specify an index ID

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GU087 - Specify an index ID ?

  The SAP error message GU087, which states "Specify an index ID," typically occurs in the context of using the SAP system for various operations that involve index management, such as when working with database tables or performing certain queries.
  
  Cause:
  The error message GU087 is usually triggered when:
  
  An operation that requires an index ID is attempted, but the index ID is not provided or is invalid.
  The system expects a specific index to be referenced for the operation, but it cannot find it due to misconfiguration or incorrect input.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GU087 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Parameters: Ensure that you are providing the correct index ID in the transaction or function you are trying to execute. If you are using a program or report, verify that the parameters are correctly filled.
  
  
  Review Index Configuration: If you are working with a custom table or a specific database operation, check the configuration