How To Fix >3197 - Choose either items that are "Cleared only" or "Open only".

>3197 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >3 - Lock management messages

• Message number: 197

• Message text: Choose either items that are "Cleared only" or "Open only".

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >3197 - Choose either items that are "Cleared only" or "Open only". ?

  The SAP error message 3197 ("Choose either items that are 'Cleared only' or 'Open only'.") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with account clearing or reconciliation processes. This error indicates that the system requires you to specify a selection criterion for the items you want to process, either selecting only cleared items or only open items.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when a user attempts to execute a transaction that involves both cleared and open items simultaneously, which is not allowed. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  When trying to clear accounts in the clearing transaction (e.g., F-44, F-32).
  When running reports that require a specific selection of items.
  When the selection criteria in the transaction screen are not set correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Check the selection criteria in the transaction you are executing. Ensure that you are either selecting:
  
  Only "Cleared" items,