How To Fix SQADB120 - Enter a selection text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SQADB - Question and Answer Database Messages

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Enter a selection text

What causes this issue?

You want to maintain the reactions to the possible answers to a
question, but you have not yet entered a text for this possible answer.

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 text for the possible answer. You can then specify the
reactions for this possible answer.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SQADB120 - Enter a selection text ?

  The SAP error message SQADB120: Enter a selection text typically occurs when you are trying to execute a query or report in SAP that requires a selection text to be provided, but it has not been entered. This error is common in the context of SAP Query or when using transaction codes that involve selection screens.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered because the system expects a selection text to be filled in a specific field, and it is either missing or not properly defined. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  When creating or modifying a query in SAP Query (transaction code SQ01).
  When executing a report that requires specific selection criteria.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SQADB120 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Selection Criteria: Ensure that you have filled in all required fields in the selection screen. Look for any fields that are marked as mandatory.
  
  
  Enter Selection Text: If the error specifically mentions entering a