How To Fix SL204 - System log number & & cannot be displayed

SL204 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SL - System log

• Message number: 204

• Message text: System log number & & cannot be displayed

What causes this issue?

The value entered in the lower branch field would, according to the
sort sequence, come after the last line in the list. But it is only
possible to page within the list.

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?

Enter a value which will be inside the displayed sorted list.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SL204 - System log number & & cannot be displayed ?

  The SAP error message SL204 indicates that the system log number specified cannot be displayed. This error typically arises when there is an issue with accessing the system log due to various reasons. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Log Number: The log number you are trying to access may not exist or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the system log.
  System Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the SAP system that prevents access to the log.
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues that are preventing the log from being retrieved.
  Log Retention Settings: The log retention settings may have led to the log being purged or archived.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Log Number: Double-check the log number you are trying to access to ensure it is correct and exists in the system.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the