How To Fix /SCDL/BO_ACTION038 - No documents found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/BO_ACTION -

• Message number: 038

• Message text: No documents found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/BO_ACTION038 - No documents found ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/BO_ACTION038 No documents found typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or SAP BusinessObjects (BO) when a user attempts to execute a function or report that requires specific documents or data, but the system cannot find any relevant entries.
  Causes:
  
  No Data Available: The most straightforward cause is that there are simply no documents or data entries that meet the criteria specified in the query or report.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The filters or selection criteria applied may be too restrictive, leading to no results being returned.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the documents or data in question.
  Data Not Yet Processed: If the system is in a transitional state (e.g., after a data load or during a batch job), the documents may not yet be available for viewing.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the documents from being displayed correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Availability: Verify that the documents or data you are trying to access actually exist in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant tables or using other reports.
  Review Selection Criteria: Reassess the filters or selection criteria you are using. Try broadening the criteria to see if any documents can be retrieved.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access the documents. Consult with your SAP security team if needed.
  Wait for Data Processing: If the system is undergoing data processing, wait until the process is complete and try again later.
  Consult Configuration Settings: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to review the relevant settings.
  Check Logs: Look at system logs or error logs for any additional information that might indicate why no documents are being found.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with (e.g., SCM, BusinessObjects) for more context on how document retrieval works.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to escalate the matter to your SAP support team for further investigation.