How To Fix 69161 - Selection cancelled. Processing terminated


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 69 - Central Functions of Financial Asset Management

  • Message number: 161

  • Message text: Selection cancelled. Processing terminated

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 69161 - Selection cancelled. Processing terminated ?

    The SAP error message "69161 Selection cancelled. Processing terminated" typically occurs when a user cancels a selection or processing action in an SAP transaction. This can happen in various contexts, such as during report generation, data extraction, or batch processing.

    Causes:

    1. User Action: The most common cause is that the user manually cancels the selection or processing by clicking the cancel button or pressing the escape key.
    2. Timeout: If a process takes too long, it may be automatically canceled due to a timeout setting.
    3. System Configuration: Certain system settings or configurations may lead to automatic cancellations under specific conditions.
    4. Data Issues: If the selection criteria lead to no valid data being found, the system may terminate the process.

    Solutions:

    1. Check User Actions: Ensure that the cancellation was not initiated by the user. If it was accidental, try rerunning the transaction.
    2. Increase Timeout Settings: If the process is timing out, consider increasing the timeout settings in the SAP system configuration.
    3. Review Selection Criteria: Verify the selection criteria to ensure they are correct and that they should return valid data.
    4. System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the cancellation.
    5. Transaction Variants: If using transaction variants, ensure they are set up correctly and not causing unexpected behavior.
    6. Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific transaction or report you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes: Depending on where the error occurs, you may want to look into specific transaction codes related to the process you are running (e.g., SE38 for report execution).
    • SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide patches.
    • User Training: If this error is common among users, consider providing training on how to properly execute the transaction to avoid accidental cancellations.

    If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.

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