How To Fix 5A122 - No data exists in selected time period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5A - Basis Personnel Management

• Message number: 122

• Message text: No data exists in selected time period

What causes this issue?

No data was found in the selection period. However, there may be data
in other periods.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5A122 - No data exists in selected time period ?

  The SAP error message 5A122: No data exists in selected time period typically occurs when a user attempts to retrieve or display data for a specific time period in a report or transaction, but there is no data available for that period. This can happen in various SAP modules, such as SAP FI (Financial Accounting), SAP CO (Controlling), or SAP MM (Materials Management).
  Causes:
  
  No Transactions Recorded: There may be no transactions or entries recorded in the system for the selected time period.
  Incorrect Date Range: The date range specified in the selection criteria may be incorrect or too narrow, leading to no data being retrieved.
  Data Deletion: Data may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for the specified period.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data for that time period.
  Selection Criteria: Other selection criteria (like company code, plant, etc.) may be too restrictive, resulting in no data being found.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the Date Range: Verify that the date range specified in the selection criteria is correct and encompasses the period for which you expect data.
  Review Transaction Entries: Check if there are any transactions recorded in the system for the specified period. You can do this by looking at relevant transaction codes or reports.
  Adjust Selection Criteria: Broaden the selection criteria to include more data. For example, remove filters that may be too restrictive.
  Check Data Archiving: If data has been archived, you may need to access the archived data or adjust your report settings to include archived data.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view the data. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  Consult with IT Support: If you suspect that the issue is related to system configuration or data integrity, consult with your IT support team or SAP Basis team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the module, you may use different transaction codes to check data (e.g., FBL1N for vendor line items, FBL3N for G/L accounts).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the data structure and reporting capabilities.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.