How To Fix WLC_PARALLEL013 - The line table for data selection for report &1 must be entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WLC_PARALLEL - Load Distribution and External Parallel Processing

• Message number: 013

• Message text: The line table for data selection for report &1 must be entered

What causes this issue?

The data for parallel processing report &V1& should be preselected in
two stages. No secondary table was found in Customizing from which the
data for the second stage should be read.

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 table in the field <DS:DE.WLC_PRESELECT_SECONDARY_TABLE>
Secondary table</> in the <DS:TRAN.WLCPARC>Customizing</> view
<ZH>Mandatory options</> for the report &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WLC_PARALLEL013 - The line table for data selection for report &1 must be entered ?

  The SAP error message WLC_PARALLEL013 indicates that the line table for data selection for a specific report (denoted by &1) has not been entered. This error typically occurs in the context of parallel processing in SAP, where the system expects a specific data structure to be provided for processing.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Data Selection Table: The program or report you are trying to execute requires a specific internal table (line table) to be populated with data for processing, but it has not been provided.
  Incorrect Program Logic: There may be an issue in the ABAP code where the line table is not being filled or passed correctly.
  Configuration Issues: There might be configuration settings that are not properly set up, leading to the absence of the required data selection table.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Report/Program: Review the ABAP code of the report or program that is generating the error. Ensure that the line table for data selection is being correctly defined and populated before it is used.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP debugger, you can set breakpoints in the program to check if the line table is being filled with data as expected. Look for any conditions that might prevent the table from being populated.
  
  
  Review Input Parameters: Ensure that any input parameters required for the report are being provided correctly. Sometimes, missing or incorrect input can lead to the line table not being populated.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Check the documentation for the specific report or program to understand the expected input and data structures. This can provide insights into what might be missing.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance. They may have encountered similar issues and can provide guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to the report you are running, as they may provide additional context or configuration options.
  Parallel Processing: Understand how parallel processing works in SAP, as this error is related to that functionality. Review any relevant documentation on parallel processing in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.