How To Fix 3P121 - No data to print for selection criteria specified.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3P -

• Message number: 121

• Message text: No data to print for selection criteria specified.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3P121 - No data to print for selection criteria specified. ?

  The SAP error message 3P121: No data to print for selection criteria specified typically occurs when you attempt to generate a report or print a document, but the system cannot find any data that matches the criteria you have specified. This can happen in various contexts, such as when generating invoices, reports, or other documents.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The criteria you entered (such as date range, document type, or other filters) may not match any existing records in the database.
  Data Not Available: There may be no data available for the specified criteria due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Data has not been entered or posted yet.
  Data has been archived or deleted.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary permissions to view the data that matches your criteria.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the report or the underlying data model.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Double-check the selection criteria you have entered. Ensure that they are correct and that you are not being too restrictive.
  Expand Date Range: If you are filtering by date, try expanding the date range to see if any data exists outside of your initial selection.
  Check Data Availability: Verify that the data you expect to see is actually present in the system. You can do this by running a different report or querying the database directly.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the data. You may need to contact your system administrator for assistance.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or help files related to the report or transaction you are using to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  Contact Support: If you have checked all of the above and still encounter the error, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using specific transaction codes (e.g., ME23N for purchase orders, VF03 for billing documents) that could be relevant to the data you are trying to print.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific report or transaction you are using.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.