How To Fix /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI099 - No technical log found for selection. Returned value (sub-rc) &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI -

• Message number: 099

• Message text: No technical log found for selection. Returned value (sub-rc) &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI099 - No technical log found for selection. Returned value (sub-rc) &1. ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI099 No technical log found for selection. Returned value (sub-rc) &1 typically indicates that the system could not find any technical log entries that match the selection criteria you provided. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to view logs or reports in the SAP GUI.
  Causes:
  
  No Logs Available: There may simply be no logs available for the specified selection criteria. This could happen if the logs have been deleted or if no relevant actions have been logged.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The parameters or filters you used to search for logs may not match any existing entries. This could include date ranges, user IDs, transaction codes, etc.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the logs, leading to the system not displaying any results.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues with the logging mechanism or the database that stores the logs.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you used to ensure they are correct. Adjust the filters to broaden the search if necessary.
  Verify Log Availability: Confirm that logs are indeed being generated for the actions you are trying to view. You may need to check the configuration of the logging settings in the system.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access the logs. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Check System Configuration: If you suspect a technical issue, check the system configuration related to logging. This may involve looking at transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) or SLG2 (Log Object) to see if logs are being generated correctly.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to logging, such as SLG1 (to view application logs) and SLG2 (to manage log objects).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on logging and error handling.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or open a support ticket with SAP for further assistance.