How To Fix /SAPQUERY/BC_GLOBAL005 - Could not find free group numbers

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPQUERY/BC_GLOBAL -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Could not find free group numbers

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPQUERY/BC_GLOBAL005 - Could not find free group numbers ?

  The SAP error message /SAPQUERY/BC_GLOBAL005 Could not find free group numbers typically occurs in the context of SAP Query or SAP Query-related functionalities. This error indicates that the system is unable to find available group numbers for creating or managing queries.
  Cause:
  
  Exhausted Group Numbers: The most common cause of this error is that all available group numbers for queries have been used up. SAP Query uses a specific range of numbers for groups, and if all numbers in that range are allocated, the system cannot assign a new one.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent the allocation of new group numbers.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or manage query groups, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Groups: Review the existing query groups to see if there are any that can be deleted or archived. You can do this by navigating to the SAP Query transaction (SQ01) and checking the groups.
  Increase Group Number Range: If you have access to system configuration, you can increase the range of group numbers. This typically involves adjusting settings in the relevant configuration tables (e.g., TSTC, TSTCT).
  Delete Unused Groups: If there are groups that are no longer in use, consider deleting them to free up group numbers.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or manage query groups. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this issue or provide additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SQ01: SAP Query - Maintain Queries
  SQ02: SAP Query - InfoSet
  SQ03: SAP Query - User Groups
  
  
  Tables: 
  
  TQ80: Query Groups
  TQ81: Query User Groups
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on managing SAP Queries and troubleshooting related issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.