How To Fix C2171 - Read error for function selection for &1 to &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C2 - Other messages production orders

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Read error for function selection for &1 to &2

What causes this issue?

An error occurred while a function entry was being accessed.
In some circumstances the function entry is deleted from the database
during processing by another program. If this cause is excluded then it
is possibly a program error.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If the function entry was deleted check whether a new one must be
created.
If there is a program error inform your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C2171 - Read error for function selection for &1 to &2 ?

  The SAP error message C2171, which states "Read error for function selection for &1 to &2," typically indicates that there is an issue with the function module or the selection criteria being used in a particular transaction or report. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during the execution of a program, report, or when accessing certain functionalities in SAP.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Data: The function module may be trying to read data that does not exist or is incomplete.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the function or data.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration problem in the system that is preventing the function from being executed correctly.
  Transport Issues: If the function module was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated or may be missing dependencies.
  Database Issues: There could be issues with the underlying database, such as corruption