MEQ004 - Error implementing selection (report being generated)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEQ - Message Class for ABAP QUERY (ME)

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Error implementing selection (report being generated)

What causes this issue?

An error has occurred during document selection because the
<DS:GLOS.3526B42BAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>query</> necessary for the
selection is currently not available.
The query has temporarily been locked because the associated
<DS:GLOS.3526B1ACAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>report</> is being generated
by the system.

System Response

The system has terminated the operation.

How to fix this error?

Repeat the operation.
If the error reoccurs, contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEQ004 - Error implementing selection (report being generated) ?

  The SAP error message MEQ004, which states "Error implementing selection (report being generated)," typically occurs in the context of generating reports related to purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or requisitions. This error can arise due to various reasons, including issues with the selection criteria, data inconsistencies, or problems with the underlying report program.
  Causes of MEQ004 Error
  
  
  Invalid Selection Criteria: The selection criteria specified for the report may not be valid or may not match any existing data in the system.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the database tables that the report is trying to access.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data or execute the report.
  
  
  Program Errors: There could be bugs or issues in the ABAP program that generates the report.
  
  
  System Performance: If the system is under heavy load or if there are performance issues, it may lead to timeouts or errors during report generation.
  
  
  Solutions to MEQ004 Error
  
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you are using for the report. Ensure that they are valid and that there is data in the system that matches those criteria.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant database tables to identify and resolve any inconsistencies. You can use transaction codes like SE11 or SE16 to inspect the data.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user executing the report has the necessary authorizations. You can check this using transaction SU53 to see if there are any authorization failures.
  
  
  Debugging the Report: If you have access to the ABAP development environment, you can debug the report to identify where the error is occurring. This may require the assistance of a developer.
  
  
  System Performance Monitoring: Check the system performance and ensure that it is not overloaded. You can use transaction ST22 to check for dumps or transaction SM21 for system logs.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME2N (Purchase Orders by PO Number), ME2L (Purchase Orders by Vendor), and ME2M (Purchase Orders by Material) to understand the context of the report you are trying to generate.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific report you are trying to generate for any known issues or additional configuration that may be required.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the MEQ004 error in SAP.