How To Fix C2141 - Selection ID &1 for application &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C2 - Other messages production orders

• Message number: 141

• Message text: Selection ID &1 for application &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C2141 - Selection ID &1 for application &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message C2141 indicates that a specific selection ID for a given application does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of reporting or data selection processes where a user is trying to access a selection variant that has not been defined or has been deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Selection ID: The selection ID specified in the error message does not exist in the database for the specified application.
  Deleted or Inactive Selection: The selection ID may have been deleted or marked as inactive.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the selection ID.
  Incorrect Application Context: The selection ID may be valid for a different application than the one being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Selection ID: Verify that the selection ID you are using is correct. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or report and checking the available selection IDs.
  Create or Restore Selection ID: If the selection ID does not exist, you may need to create it. If it was deleted, you may need to restore it from a backup or recreate it manually.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the selection ID. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for the specific application to understand the valid selection IDs and their configurations.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the application, you may need to use specific transaction codes to manage selection IDs (e.g., SE11 for Data Dictionary, SE38 for ABAP programs).
  Custom Development: If the selection ID is part of a custom development, check with the development team to ensure that the selection ID is correctly implemented.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.