How To Fix PAIS105 - The report <&1> cannot be accessed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PAIS - Messages for PA-IS (Ad Hoc Query etc.)

• Message number: 105

• Message text: The report <&1> cannot be accessed

What causes this issue?

You tried to start a report based on a different logical database than
the functional area used.

System Response

The system does not allow you to start the specified report because it
would be pointless to do so, and because running the report would lead
to unforeseeable results/errors.

How to fix this error?

Select a different report.

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 PAIS105 - The report <&1> cannot be accessed ?

  The SAP error message PAIS105, which states "The report <&1> cannot be accessed," typically occurs when there is an issue with accessing a specific report in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the report.
  Report Not Available: The report may not exist in the system or may have been deleted or moved.
  Incorrect Report Name: The report name specified may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or system configuration errors.
  Transport Issues: If the report was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to access the report. This can be done by checking the user's roles in transaction SU01 or using transaction PFCG to review the role assignments.
  
  
  
  Verify Report Existence:
  
  Confirm that the report exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction SE38 or SA38 to search for the report by name.
  
  
  
  Correct Report Name:
  
  Double-check the report name for any typos or errors. Ensure that the correct report name is being used in the transaction or program.
  
  
  
  Technical Troubleshooting:
  
  If there are technical issues, check the system logs for any errors or warnings that may provide more context. Use transaction SM21 to view the system log.
  Check for any database connectivity issues or other system errors that may be affecting report access.
  
  
  
  Transport and Activation:
  
  If the report was recently transported, ensure that it has been properly activated in the target system. You can check the transport logs for any errors during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes from SAP that may provide additional insights into the error and its resolution.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message PAIS105 in the SAP Support Portal. There may be specific notes addressing known issues or providing patches.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for discussions related to this error. Other users may have encountered similar issues and found solutions.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PAIS105 error and implement a solution to resolve it.