ED239 - & is not a report or does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ED - ABAP/4 Editor messages

• Message number: 239

• Message text: & is not a report or does not exist

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ED239 - & is not a report or does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ED239 typically indicates that the system is unable to find a specific report or that the report does not exist in the system. This can occur for various reasons, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Report Name: The report name may have been entered incorrectly, leading to the system not being able to locate it.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the report.
  Report Not Installed: The report may not be installed in the SAP system or may have been deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the report was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  System Configuration: The report may not be configured correctly in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Report Name: Double-check the report name for any typos or errors. Ensure that you are using the correct transaction code or report name.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the report. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Check Report Existence: Use transaction SE38 or SA38 to check if the report exists in the system. If it does not, you may need to install or create it.
  Transport Check: If the report was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors. You may need to re-transport the report or resolve any issues that occurred during the transport.
  Consult Documentation: If the report is part of a specific module or add-on, consult the relevant documentation to ensure that it is properly installed and configured.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE38 (ABAP Editor), SA38 (Execute Report), SE80 (Object Navigator).
  Authorization Objects: Check for authorization objects related to report execution (e.g., S_PROGRAM).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues related to the specific report or error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ED239 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.