How To Fix S3142 - & cannot be generated

S3142 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S3 - Transaction for processing logical databases

• Message number: 142

• Message text: & cannot be generated

What causes this issue?

In order to be able to call this function,
the generated form of the database program must be available.
The &V1& program cannot be generated, however.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Please make sure that the &V1& program is capable of being generated.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S3142 - & cannot be generated ?

  The SAP error message S3142 typically indicates that there is an issue with the generation of a report or a program in the SAP system. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution. Here are some common causes and potential solutions for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the report or program.
  Program or Report Not Found: The specified program or report may not exist in the system or may have been deleted.
  Syntax Errors: There may be syntax errors in the ABAP code of the report or program that prevent it from being generated.
  Transport Issues: If the program was transported from another system, there may be issues with the transport that need to be resolved.
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the database that prevent the report from being generated, such as missing tables or