How To Fix BCA_US_GENERAL071 - No records selected for this criteria.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BCA_US_GENERAL - Message ID for North America specific modifications

• Message number: 071

• Message text: No records selected for this criteria.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BCA_US_GENERAL071 - No records selected for this criteria. ?

  The SAP error message BCA_US_GENERAL071: No records selected for this criteria typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that retrieves data based on specific selection criteria, but no records meet those criteria. This can happen in various SAP modules, including Financial Accounting (FI), Controlling (CO), and others.
  Causes:
  
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The most common cause is that the selection criteria entered by the user do not match any records in the database. This could be due to:
  
  Date ranges that do not include any transactions.
  Filters applied that exclude all relevant records (e.g., specific company codes, document types, etc.).
  Incorrectly entered values (e.g., typos in account numbers or other identifiers).
  
  
  
  Data Not Yet Posted: If the report is looking for data that has not yet been posted or processed, it will return this error.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view certain records, leading to no data being displayed.
  
  
  Data Archiving: If data has been archived, it may not be available for the report or transaction being executed.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Double-check the selection criteria you have entered. Ensure that:
  
  The date range is correct and includes the expected transactions.
  All filters are appropriate and not overly restrictive.
  There are no typos or incorrect values in the fields.
  
  
  
  Check Data Posting: Verify that the relevant transactions have been posted in the system. If you are expecting data that has not yet been entered, you may need to wait or input the necessary transactions.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view the data. If you suspect this is the issue, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  Consult with IT or SAP Support: If you suspect that data archiving or other technical issues may be involved, consult with your IT department or SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Use Alternative Reports: If the report you are trying to run consistently returns no data, consider using alternative reports or transactions that may provide the information you need.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help you navigate to the correct data or reports.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific transaction or report you are using.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals for guidance on the specific report or transaction to understand the expected input and output.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.