How To Fix BK166 - No receivers were selected. Enter new criteria.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BK - Create, Display, Reverse Controlling Document

• Message number: 166

• Message text: No receivers were selected. Enter new criteria.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BK166 - No receivers were selected. Enter new criteria. ?

  The SAP error message BK166 ("No receivers were selected. Enter new criteria.") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with the distribution of costs or revenues in the Controlling (CO) module. This error indicates that the system could not find any valid receivers for the transaction you are trying to process.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The criteria you entered for selecting receivers may not match any existing records in the system.
  Missing Master Data: The necessary master data (like cost centers, internal orders, or profit centers) may not be set up or may be inactive.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed, preventing any new postings.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the allocation or distribution process in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select the receivers.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Double-check the criteria you have entered. Ensure that they are correct and relevant to the data you are trying to process.
  Check Master Data: Verify that the necessary master data (cost centers, internal orders, etc.) exists and is active. You can do this by navigating to the relevant master data transaction (e.g., KS01 for cost centers).
  Open Posting Period: Ensure that the posting period is open for the transaction you are trying to execute. You can check this in the transaction code OB52.
  Configuration Review: If you have access, review the configuration settings for the allocation or distribution process to ensure they are set up correctly.
  User Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction. This may require assistance from a system administrator or security team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  KSV5: For displaying actual distributions.
  KSV1: For creating distribution rules.
  KS01/KS02: For creating or changing cost centers.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with for more detailed guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the CO module.