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

PRF_CNTRL_MSG142 - Overview

• 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