How To Fix HL666 - No contents according to selection criteria (EXPORT_ID = &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HL - IWB: Help Links

• Message number: 666

• Message text: No contents according to selection criteria (EXPORT_ID = &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HL666 - No contents according to selection criteria (EXPORT_ID = &1) ?

  The SAP error message HL666 ("No contents according to selection criteria (EXPORT_ID = &1)") typically occurs when you are trying to retrieve data from a specific export ID, but there are no records that match the selection criteria you have provided. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with data exports, reports, or data retrieval functions in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  No Data Available: The most common cause is that there are simply no records in the database that match the specified EXPORT_ID.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria you have used may be incorrect or too restrictive, leading to no results being returned.
  Data Deletion: The data associated with the specified EXPORT_ID may have been deleted or archived.
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data, leading to the appearance of no results.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the EXPORT_ID: Verify that the EXPORT_ID you are using is correct and exists in the database. You can do this by querying the relevant tables directly or using transaction codes that allow you to view the data.
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria you are using are appropriate and not overly restrictive. You may want to broaden the criteria to see if any results are returned.
  Data Availability: Check if the data has been archived or deleted. If it has been archived, you may need to restore it or access it through the appropriate archive management tools.
  Authorization Check: 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.
  Consult Documentation: If you are using a specific SAP module or transaction, refer to the relevant documentation or help resources for additional context on the error and how to resolve it.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may want to use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to view the underlying database tables and check for the existence of the EXPORT_ID.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting on SAP community forums or platforms like SAP Community, where other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the HL666 error in SAP.