How To Fix /PF1/MSG_RA_GUI018 - List &1, &2, &3, &4 is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_RA_GUI -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: List &1, &2, &3, &4 is empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RA_GUI018 - List &1, &2, &3, &4 is empty ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RA_GUI018 List &1, &2, &3, &4 is empty typically indicates that a report or list that you are trying to access or generate does not contain any data. This can occur in various contexts, such as when running reports, executing transactions, or generating lists in SAP.
  Causes:
  
  
  No Data Available: The most common cause is that there is simply no data that meets the criteria specified in the report or transaction. This could be due to filters applied, date ranges, or selection criteria that do not match any records in the database.
  
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The parameters or selection criteria you have entered may be too restrictive, leading to an empty result set.
  
  
  Data Not Yet Entered: If the report is supposed to show data that has not yet been entered into the system, it will return empty.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data, which could lead to an empty list being displayed.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database or the report itself.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you have entered. Make sure they are not too restrictive and that they match the data you expect to see.
  
  
  Broaden Filters: If applicable, try broadening the filters or removing some of them to see if any data is returned.
  
  
  Verify Data Entry: Ensure that the data you are expecting to see has been entered into the system. You may need to check with colleagues or review data entry logs.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to view the data. If you suspect an authorization issue, contact your SAP security team.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are running a specific report, consult the documentation or help files associated with that report to ensure you are using it correctly.
  
  
  Technical Support: If the issue persists and you suspect a technical problem, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or technical team for further investigation.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the error, you may be using specific transaction codes (e.g., SE38 for reports, ME2N for purchasing documents, etc.).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific report or transaction you are using.
  User Forums: SAP Community and other user forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the issue related to the error message /PF1/MSG_RA_GUI018.