How To Fix CFB421 - No data was selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFB - Messages for Consumer Products

• Message number: 421

• Message text: No data was selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFB421 - No data was selected ?

  The SAP error message CFB421 ("No data was selected") typically occurs when a report or transaction is executed, but the system does not find any data that meets the specified selection criteria. This can happen in various contexts, such as when running reports, executing queries, or processing data in SAP.
  Causes:
  
  Selection Criteria: The most common cause is that the selection criteria entered by the user do not match any records in the database. This could be due to incorrect date ranges, missing parameters, or filters that are too restrictive.
  Data Availability: There may simply be no data available in the system for the specified criteria. This could be due to data not being entered, data being archived, or data being deleted.
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data, leading to the appearance of no data being available.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database connection or issues with the report itself.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Check the selection criteria you have entered. Ensure that they are correct and not too restrictive. For example, if you are filtering by date, make sure the dates are correct and that there is data for that period.
  Check Data Availability: Verify that the data you are trying to access actually exists in the system. You can do this by running a broader query or checking the relevant tables directly.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the data. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify your access rights.
  Consult Documentation: If you are running a standard SAP report, consult the documentation or help files for that report to understand the expected input and output.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or technical team to investigate any potential technical issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using specific transaction codes (e.g., SE38 for reports, SE11 for table access) that can help you troubleshoot further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific report or transaction you are using. SAP Notes can provide patches or workarounds for known problems.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program logic to see where the data selection is failing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CFB421 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.