How To Fix 5A223 - Object & & does not exist in entire data selection period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5A - Basis Personnel Management

• Message number: 223

• Message text: Object & & does not exist in entire data selection period

What causes this issue?

You are trying to edit an object with more than one validity period.
The editing period specified contains more than one validity period for
the selected object. To edit an object, you must select one validity
period.

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?

To edit the object, select one validity period or shorten the selection
period.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5A223 - Object & & does not exist in entire data selection period ?

  The SAP error message 5A223 indicates that the specified object does not exist in the entire data selection period. This error typically occurs in the context of reporting or data retrieval processes, where the system is unable to find the requested object (such as a material, customer, or other master data) within the specified time frame.
  Cause:
  
  Object Not Created: The object you are trying to access may not have been created in the system for the specified period.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the report or transaction may be incorrect, leading to the system not finding the object.
  Data Deletion: The object may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for the specified period.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the object, although this typically results in a different error message.
  Incorrect Time Frame: The time frame specified in the selection criteria may not align with the existence of the object.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Object Existence: Check if the object exists in the system for the specified period. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the appropriate report to see if the object is listed.
  Adjust Selection Criteria: Review and adjust the selection criteria in your report or transaction. Ensure that you are using the correct parameters and time frame.
  Check Data Deletion/Archiving: If the object was deleted or archived, you may need to restore it or adjust your reporting to account for this.
  Consult with IT or SAP Basis: If you suspect that the issue may be related to data integrity or system configuration, consult with your IT department or SAP Basis team for further investigation.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the object in question.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using various transaction codes (e.g., SE16, SE11) to check the existence of the object.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the data model and object lifecycle.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.