How To Fix 12703 - No movement data was found for the selection specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 12 - Herstelldatum/Mindesthaltbarkeitsdatum/Chargen

• Message number: 703

• Message text: No movement data was found for the selection specified

What causes this issue?

The system did not find any movement data for the specified selection!

How to fix this error?

The material document items are required to set up the batch
where-used file. However, for the selection values entered,
the system did not find any material documents relevant
to the batch where-used list.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 12703 - No movement data was found for the selection specified ?

  The SAP error message "12703 No movement data was found for the selection specified" typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that requires movement data (such as inventory movements) but the system cannot find any relevant data based on the selection criteria provided.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria (such as date range, material number, plant, storage location, etc.) may be too restrictive or incorrect, leading to no matching records.
  No Data Exists: There may simply be no movement data recorded for the specified criteria in the database.
  Data Not Posted: Transactions that should have generated movement data may not have been posted correctly or at all.
  Data Archiving: Movement data may have been archived, and the current selection does not include archived data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the movement data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Double-check the selection criteria you are using. Ensure that the date range, material numbers, and other parameters are correct and not overly restrictive.
  Check for Data: Use transaction codes like MB51 (Material Document List) or MB5B (Stock on Posting Date) to verify if there is any movement data available for the specified criteria.
  Post Missing Transactions: If you find that transactions have not been posted, ensure that they are posted correctly to generate the necessary movement data.
  Check Archiving Settings: If you suspect that data has been archived, check the archiving settings and consider whether you need to access archived data.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view the movement data. Consult with your SAP security team if needed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB51, MB5B, and others that can help you analyze movement data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for more information on movement data and how it is recorded and reported in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who can provide more in-depth analysis and assistance.