How To Fix SADA041 - No data is available from an earlier period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SADA - CCMS: SAP DB Porting and Development

• Message number: 041

• Message text: No data is available from an earlier period

What causes this issue?

No data is availble from an earlier period of time. This means that you
cannot display a history.

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?

Check whether COLLECTOR_FOR_PERFORMANCEMONITOR is scheduled in SM37 and
has run regularly without errors.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SADA041 - No data is available from an earlier period ?

  The SAP error message SADA041, which states "No data is available from an earlier period," typically occurs in the context of reporting or data retrieval processes within SAP systems, particularly in modules related to analytics, financial reporting, or data extraction.
  Cause:
  
  
  Data Availability: The primary cause of this error is that there is no data available for the specified period in the database. This could be due to:
  
  Data not being posted for the requested period.
  Data being archived or deleted.
  Incorrect selection criteria in the report or query.
  
  
  
  Date Range: The date range specified in the report or query may not align with the periods for which data exists.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view data for certain periods.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict data visibility for certain periods.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Availability: Verify if data exists for the specified period. You can do this by:
  
  Running a different report or query that covers a broader date range.
  Checking the relevant tables in the database to see if records exist for the specified period.
  
  
  
  Adjust Date Range: Modify the date range in your report or query to ensure it aligns with the periods for which data is available.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the data for the specified period. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  Consult with IT or SAP Support: If you suspect that data has been archived or deleted, consult with your IT department or SAP support team to understand the data retention policies and whether the data can be restored.
  
  
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to data visibility and reporting in the SAP system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that can help you check data availability, such as SE16 (Data Browser) or specific reporting transaction codes related to your module.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the SADA041 error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals for the specific module you are working with to understand how data retrieval works and any limitations that may apply.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SADA041 error in your SAP system.