How To Fix 5J218 - Selections do not match the master data

5J218 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5J - Error messages HR Master Data Japan

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Selections do not match the master data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5J218 - Selections do not match the master data ?

  The SAP error message 5J218, which states "Selections do not match the master data," typically occurs in the context of data selection processes, such as when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that involves master data (like material master, customer master, etc.) and the selections you have made do not correspond to the existing master data in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Selections: The selections made in the report or transaction do not match the criteria defined in the master data. This could be due to incorrect or incomplete selection criteria.
  Missing Master Data: The master data that you are trying to access may not exist or may have been deleted or archived.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with data integrity, such as inconsistencies between the master data and the transactional data.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view certain master data, leading to this