How To Fix C8014 - Enter a selection profile

C8014 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C8 - Status selection messages

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Enter a selection profile

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C8014 - Enter a selection profile ?

  The SAP error message C8014, which states "Enter a selection profile," typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) or when working with certain reporting transactions that require a selection profile to filter data.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that requires a selection profile, but no selection profile has been specified. A selection profile is a predefined set of criteria that helps users filter and select data based on specific parameters.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the C8014 error, you need to enter a valid selection profile. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Identify the Transaction: Determine which transaction or report you are trying to execute that is generating the error.
  
  
  Access the Selection Profile:
  
  If you are in a report or transaction screen, look for a field labeled "Selection Profile" or similar.
  If you do not see this field, check if there is a button or link to