How To Fix COIS023 - No node was selected

COIS023 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COIS - Messages for the Order Information System

• Message number: 023

• Message text: No node was selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COIS023 - No node was selected ?

  The SAP error message COIS023 ("No node was selected") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when working with the Information System or when trying to analyze data in a hierarchical structure, such as cost centers, internal orders, or other organizational units.
  
  Cause:
  The error message COIS023 usually indicates that the user attempted to execute a report or transaction that requires a selection of a node (such as a cost center or internal order) from a hierarchy, but no node was selected. This can happen due to:
  
  No Selection Made: The user did not select any node from the hierarchy before executing the report.
  Hierarchy Structure Issues: The hierarchy may not be properly defined or may not contain any nodes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select nodes in the hierarchy.
  Technical Issues: There may be a technical issue with the SAP system or