How To Fix CEFILTER001 - At least one object type must be selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CEFILTER - Configuration editor: static and dynamic filters

• Message number: 001

• Message text: At least one object type must be selected

What causes this issue?

You want to define a filter for displaying the result and have not
selected an object.

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?

Select at least one object (material, class, document, or text).

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CEFILTER001 - At least one object type must be selected ?

  The SAP error message CEFILTER001 ("At least one object type must be selected") typically occurs in the context of using the SAP system's filtering or selection functionalities, particularly when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires you to specify certain object types (like cost centers, profit centers, etc.) but none have been selected.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You attempt to execute a report or transaction that requires you to select at least one object type, but you have not made any selection.
  The selection criteria for the report or transaction are incomplete, leading to the system not being able to process your request.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CEFILTER001 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Go back to the selection screen of the report or transaction where the error occurred. Ensure that you have selected at least one object type. This could be a cost center, profit center, internal order, or any other relevant object type depending on the context.
  
  
  Make Valid Selections: If there are multiple object types available, ensure that you select the appropriate ones that are relevant to your report or transaction.
  
  
  Review Default Settings: Sometimes, default settings may not include any object types. Check if there are any default selections that need to be adjusted.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure which object types are required, refer to the documentation or help text associated with the report or transaction you are trying to execute.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the object types you are trying to select. Lack of authorization might prevent you from seeing or selecting certain object types.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you have checked all the above and the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error can occur in various transaction codes, especially those related to financial reporting, controlling, or any module that requires object type selection.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context or solutions.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly use the selection screens and understand the importance of making selections to avoid this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CEFILTER001 error and successfully execute your desired report or transaction in SAP.