How To Fix 5Q406 - No notifications selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5Q - Error Texts for Public Sector

• Message number: 406

• Message text: No notifications selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Q406 - No notifications selected ?

  The SAP error message 5Q406: No notifications selected typically occurs when you are trying to process notifications in the SAP system, but the system does not find any notifications that meet the criteria specified in your selection parameters. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with maintenance notifications, quality notifications, or other types of notifications in SAP.
  Causes:
  
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria you have entered may not match any existing notifications. This could be due to incorrect dates, status, or other filters.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view or process the notifications.
  Data Deletion: The notifications you are trying to access may have been deleted or archived.
  Incorrect Transaction Code: You might be using the wrong transaction code or navigating to the wrong area of the system.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent notifications from being displayed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review and adjust your selection criteria to ensure they are correct. Make sure you are not filtering out notifications unintentionally.
  Verify Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view the notifications. You may need to contact your SAP security team for assistance.
  Search for Notifications: Use broader search criteria to see if any notifications exist. For example, try searching without date filters or status filters.
  Check for Deletion: Confirm whether the notifications you are looking for have been deleted or archived. You may need to consult with your SAP administrator.
  Use Correct Transaction: Ensure you are using the correct transaction code for the type of notifications you are trying to access.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific transaction or module you are working with.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to notifications include IW21 (Create Notification), IW22 (Change Notification), IW23 (Display Notification), and others depending on the specific module (e.g., PM, QM).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.