How To Fix RLB016 - Display not possible. Data is not maintained or is incomplete

RLB016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RLB - Reuse Library

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Display not possible. Data is not maintained or is incomplete

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RLB016 - Display not possible. Data is not maintained or is incomplete ?

  The SAP error message RLB016, which states "Display not possible. Data is not maintained or is incomplete," typically occurs when you attempt to display a report or transaction that requires certain data that is either missing or not fully maintained in the system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when dealing with reports, master data, or transactional data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: The required data for the report or transaction is not maintained in the system. This could be due to incomplete master data or transactional data.
  Incomplete Configuration: Certain configurations or settings may not be fully set up, leading to incomplete data.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data, which can lead to this error.
  Data Deletion: The data that was previously maintained may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for display.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to retrieve the data