How To Fix XT040 - System lists empty (&1)

XT040 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XT - Transport Management System

• Message number: 040

• Message text: System lists empty (&1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XT040 - System lists empty (&1) ?

  The SAP error message XT040 "System lists empty (&1)" typically indicates that the system is unable to retrieve or display any data for the specified list or report. This can occur in various contexts within SAP, such as when generating reports, executing transactions, or accessing certain functionalities.
  Causes:
  
  No Data Available: The most common reason for this error is that there is no data available that meets the criteria specified in the report or transaction.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to filter the data may be too restrictive, resulting in an empty dataset.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data in the specified list.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the system or the specific module being accessed.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or issues with the SAP application server.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria