How To Fix PN020 - Report &1 not available in table TRDIR

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PN -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Report &1 not available in table TRDIR

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PN020 - Report &1 not available in table TRDIR ?

  The SAP error message PN020 indicates that a specific report (identified by the name in the message) is not available in the TRDIR table, which is the table that stores information about executable programs and reports in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Report Not Transported: The report may not have been transported to the system where you are trying to execute it. This can happen if the report was created in a development environment but not moved to the quality or production environment.
  Report Deleted: The report might have been deleted or is not active in the system.
  Incorrect Report Name: There could be a typo or an incorrect report name being used when trying to execute the report.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the report, leading to the perception that it is not available.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Report Name: Verify that the report name you are trying to execute is correct. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect characters.
  Transport the Report: If the report exists in the development environment but not in the target environment, you may need to transport it using the SAP transport management system.
  Check TRDIR Table: Use transaction SE11 or SE16 to check the TRDIR table for the report name. If it is not present, it confirms that the report is not available in the system.
  Recreate the Report: If the report was deleted, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if available.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the report has the necessary authorizations. You can check this using transaction SU53 to see if there are any authorization issues.
  Consult with Basis Team: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP Basis team or system administrator for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  TRDIR Table: This table contains metadata about executable programs and reports, including their names, types, and other attributes.
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary to view table structures.
  SE16: Data Browser to view table contents.
  SE80: Object Navigator to manage and transport objects.
  SU53: Authorization check analysis tool.
  
  
  Transport Management: Understanding how to use the transport management system (transaction STMS) can help in moving reports between environments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PN020 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.