How To Fix POWL010 - Select entry from 'Available queries'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: POWL - Internal Messages used in generic personal object work list

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Select entry from 'Available queries'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message POWL010 - Select entry from 'Available queries' ?

  The SAP error message "POWL010: Select entry from 'Available queries'" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Portal or the SAP Business Suite when users are trying to access or utilize the POWL (Personal Object Worklist) functionality. This error indicates that the system is expecting the user to select a query from a list of available queries, but none have been selected or available.
  Cause:
  
  No Queries Defined: The user may not have any queries defined in their POWL settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the available queries.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the POWL settings or the specific worklist being accessed.
  User-Specific Settings: The user may not have personalized their worklist to include any queries.
  
  Solution:
  
  Select a Query: Ensure that you select a query from the list of available queries. If the list is empty, you may need to create or configure queries.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the POWL and the specific queries. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Configure Queries: If no queries are available, you may need to configure or create queries in the POWL settings. This can typically be done by:
  
  Navigating to the POWL configuration area.
  Creating a new query or modifying existing ones to ensure they are available for selection.
  
  
  Personalize Worklist: Users can personalize their worklist by going to the POWL settings and adding the desired queries to their view.
  Check System Settings: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to check the system settings or consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to ensure that the POWL is correctly configured.
  
  Related Information:
  
  POWL Configuration: Administrators can configure POWL settings through transaction codes like POWL_QUERY or POWL_ADMIN.
  User Documentation: SAP provides documentation and help resources for users to understand how to use POWL effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to POWL and the error message in question.
  Support: If the problem 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 resolve the "POWL010: Select entry from 'Available queries'" error and successfully utilize the POWL functionality in SAP.