How To Fix >4251 - Selection finished. &1 entries selected. &2 &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >4 - SAP File Transfer Protocol

• Message number: 251

• Message text: Selection finished. &1 entries selected. &2 &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >4251 - Selection finished. &1 entries selected. &2 &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message "4251 Selection finished. &1 entries selected. &2 &3 &4" is not an error in the traditional sense but rather an informational message that indicates the completion of a selection process in a report or transaction. The message provides details about the number of entries that were selected based on the criteria you specified.
  Cause:
  
  This message typically appears after executing a report or transaction that involves data selection, such as a query or a report generation.
  The placeholders (&1, &2, &3, &4) are replaced with actual values that indicate:
  
  &1: The number of entries that were selected.
  &2, &3, &4: Additional information that may vary depending on the context of the report or transaction.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Since this is an informational message, there is no error to resolve. It simply informs you about the outcome of your selection.
  If you are expecting a different number of entries or if the selection does not meet your expectations, you may want to:
  
  Review the selection criteria you used.
  Check if there are any filters applied that might limit the results.
  Ensure that the data you are querying is available and meets the criteria specified.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  If you are frequently encountering this message and it is not providing the expected results, consider the following:
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Double-check the parameters you entered to ensure they are correct.
  Data Availability: Ensure that the data you are trying to select exists in the database.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, authorization issues can prevent you from seeing certain data.
  Transaction Documentation: Refer to the documentation for the specific transaction or report you are using to understand the expected behavior and any nuances in data selection.
  
  
  
  If you need further assistance, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for more specific guidance related to the transaction or report you are working with.