How To Fix 3N264 - Please fill the selection period dates.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3N - HR: Messages for Swedish Payroll

• Message number: 264

• Message text: Please fill the selection period dates.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3N264 - Please fill the selection period dates. ?

  The SAP error message 3N264, "Please fill the selection period dates," typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that requires a date range, but the required date fields are either empty or not filled in correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Date Fields: The selection screen for the report or transaction requires start and end dates, and these fields have not been filled in.
  Incorrect Date Format: The dates may be filled in but in an incorrect format that SAP does not recognize.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the dates or may have accidentally cleared them.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Fill in the Date Fields: Ensure that both the start date and end date fields are filled in on the selection screen. 
  
  For example, if you are running a report for the month of January 2023, you would enter 01.01.2023 as the start date and 31.01.2023 as the end date.
  
  
  
  Check Date Format: Make sure that the dates are entered in the correct format as per your system settings. Common formats include:
  
  DD.MM.YYYY
  MM/DD/YYYY
  YYYY-MM-DD
  Check your user profile settings or consult with your SAP administrator for the correct format.
  
  
  
  Validate Input: After entering the dates, double-check to ensure that they are valid (e.g., the end date should not be earlier than the start date).
  
  
  Use Default Dates: If applicable, some reports may allow you to use default date ranges (like the current month or year). Check if there are options to set default values.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Documentation: Refer to the SAP user documentation or help files for the specific transaction or report you are using. This may provide additional context on required fields.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific transaction or report.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or administrator for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the selection period dates are correctly filled in, you should be able to resolve the error message 3N264 and proceed with your transaction or report execution.