How To Fix CKMLBB204 - No data was selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKMLBB - Balance Sheet Valuation in Material Ledger

• Message number: 204

• Message text: No data was selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKMLBB204 - No data was selected ?

  The SAP error message CKMLBB204 "No data was selected" typically occurs in the context of the Material Ledger (ML) when trying to execute a report or transaction that requires data to be selected from the database, but no relevant data meets the selection criteria.
  Causes:
  
  
  Selection Criteria: The most common cause is that the selection criteria specified in the report or transaction do not match any existing records in the database. This could be due to incorrect date ranges, material numbers, or other filters.
  
  
  Data Not Posted: If the relevant transactions (like goods movements, invoices, etc.) have not been posted for the selected period, there will be no data to display.
  
  
  Material Ledger Not Active: If the Material Ledger is not activated for the relevant materials or company codes, there will be no data available for selection.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data, leading to the appearance of no data being available.
  
  
  Data Archiving: If data has been archived, it may not be available for selection in the current context.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review and adjust the selection criteria in the report or transaction. Ensure that the date ranges, material numbers, and other filters are correct and relevant.
  
  
  Verify Data Posting: Ensure that all necessary transactions have been posted for the period you are trying to analyze. Check if there are any missing postings.
  
  
  Material Ledger Activation: Confirm that the Material Ledger is activated for the relevant materials and company codes. If it is not, you may need to activate it.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Check the user’s authorizations to ensure they have the necessary permissions to view the data. This may involve consulting with your SAP security team.
  
  
  Data Availability: If data has been archived, you may need to retrieve it from the archive or adjust your selection criteria to include only non-archived data.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the Material Ledger to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CKMLCP (Material Ledger Closing) and CKM3N (Material Ledger Document) to help troubleshoot and analyze data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message CKMLBB204.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Material Ledger for detailed information on configuration and reporting.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Material Ledger.