How To Fix WXP741 - Unexpected return code &1 for FB RV_REPORT_READ

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WXP - Retail Planning

• Message number: 741

• Message text: Unexpected return code &1 for FB RV_REPORT_READ

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WXP741 - Unexpected return code &1 for FB RV_REPORT_READ ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WXP741 Unexpected return code &1 for FB RV_REPORT_READ
  
  Cause:
  This warning message typically occurs when the function module RV_REPORT_READ returns an unexpected return code during the execution of a report or a program that reads report attributes or metadata.
  
  RV_REPORT_READ is used internally in SAP to read report information such as selection screens, variants, or other report-related data.
  The unexpected return code (&1 is a placeholder for the actual code returned) indicates that the function module did not complete successfully or returned a code that the calling program did not anticipate.
  This can happen due to:
  
  The report name passed to RV_REPORT_READ does not exist or is incorrect.
  The report is not released or active.
  Authorization issues preventing reading the report.
  Inconsistencies or corruption in the report repository.
  System or kernel issues affecting the function module execution.
  
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the issue, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Report Name:
  
  Verify that the report name passed to RV_REPORT_READ is correct and exists in the system.
  Use transaction SE38 or SE80 to check the report.
  
  
  
  Check Report Status:
  
  Ensure the report is active and not locked or in an inconsistent state.
  Activate the report if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user executing the program has the necessary authorizations to read the report.
  Check authorization objects related to report execution and reading.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access, debug the program or function module call to see what return code is being returned and why.
  Check the parameters passed to RV_REPORT_READ.
  
  
  
  Check for System Issues:
  
  Look for any system dumps or short dumps (ST22) related to this error.
  Check system logs (SM21) for related errors.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WXP741 or RV_REPORT_READ for any known bugs or patches.
  If the problem persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing details of the error, system version, and steps to reproduce.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Function Module: RV_REPORT_READ
  
  Used to read report attributes and metadata.
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE38: ABAP Editor (to check reports)
  SE80: Object Navigator
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search the SAP Support Portal for notes referencing WXP741 or RV_REPORT_READ.
  
  
  Common Context:
  
  This warning often appears in custom programs or standard SAP reports that dynamically read other reports or variants.
  
  
  
  If you provide the actual return code (&1), I can help interpret it more specifically.