How To Fix PRF_CNTRL_MSG142 - Selection Parameter &1, has invalid reference table &2/Field &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PRF_CNTRL_MSG - Message Class for control messages of PRF

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Selection Parameter &1, has invalid reference table &2/Field &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRF_CNTRL_MSG142 - Selection Parameter &1, has invalid reference table &2/Field &3 ?

  The SAP error message PRF_CNTRL_MSG142 indicates that there is an issue with a selection parameter in a report or program. Specifically, it suggests that the selection parameter you are trying to use references an invalid table or field. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Table/Field Reference: The selection parameter is trying to reference a table or field that does not exist or is not accessible in the current context.
  Data Dictionary Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data dictionary (like renaming or deleting tables/fields), this could lead to the error.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified table or field.
  Program Logic Errors: There may be a bug or logical error in the ABAP code that constructs the selection parameters.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Table/Field Names: Verify that the table name (&2) and field name (&3) referenced in the error message are correct and exist in the data dictionary.
  
  Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the existence of the table and field.
  
  
  
  Review Program Logic: If you have access to the ABAP code, review the logic that generates the selection parameters to ensure it is correctly referencing existing tables and fields.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the report has the necessary authorizations to access the specified table and field. You can check this using transaction SU53 to see if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis team to check for any recent changes in the system that might have affected the data dictionary.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have the ability to debug the program, set breakpoints to see how the selection parameters are being constructed and identify where the invalid reference is occurring.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If none of the above solutions work, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a standard SAP program.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE37: Function Module
  SE38: ABAP Editor
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific report or program you are working with to understand its expected parameters and structure.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community or other forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the PRF_CNTRL_MSG142 error.