How To Fix ISSR_STORE_LIST021 - Lists have no content; save not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ISSR_STORE_LIST - Messages for Backing Up List Contents in Statutory Reporting

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Lists have no content; save not possible

What causes this issue?

The system could not select any data for list type &V1& with company
code &V2& and statutory reporting variant &V3&. Lists without content
cannot be saved in the database.

System Response

The program continues.

How to fix this error?

Change the selection parameters for list creation and start the report
again.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ISSR_STORE_LIST021 - Lists have no content; save not possible ?

  The SAP error message ISSR_STORE_LIST021 indicates that the system is unable to save a list because it has no content. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Information System for Sales and Distribution (IS-SD) or similar modules where lists or reports are generated.
  Cause:
  
  Empty List: The most common cause is that the list you are trying to save does not contain any data. This could happen if the selection criteria used to generate the list did not match any records in the database.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The filters or parameters applied to generate the list may be too restrictive, resulting in no data being retrieved.
  Data Availability: There may be no data available in the underlying tables for the specified time period or conditions.
  Technical Issues: There could be a temporary technical issue or a bug in the system that is preventing the list from being populated correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you used to generate the list. Ensure that they are set correctly and are not too restrictive.
  Adjust Filters: Try adjusting the filters or parameters to broaden the search. For example, if you are filtering by date, consider expanding the date range.
  Verify Data Availability: Check the underlying data in the relevant tables to ensure that there is data available for the criteria you are using.
  Run a Different Report: If possible, try running a different report or list to see if it generates data. This can help determine if the issue is specific to the list you are trying to save.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific report or list you are working with.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you suspect it may be a technical problem, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific transaction or report you are using.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes that may be associated with the report or list you are trying to save.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access the data and save reports in the system.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.