How To Fix CRM_ODATA_SPS_MSG005 - No opportunities for the selected period; specify another period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_ODATA_SPS_MSG - Message class for Sales Pipeline simulator Application

• Message number: 005

• Message text: No opportunities for the selected period; specify another period

What causes this issue?

There are no opportunities in the selected period.

System Response

The system displays an information message.

How to fix this error?

Specify another period. You can do this in <LS>Settings </>-> <LS>Manage
App Settings</> -> <LS>Sales Target</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_ODATA_SPS_MSG005 - No opportunities for the selected period; specify another period ?

  The SAP error message CRM_ODATA_SPS_MSG005 indicates that there are no opportunities available for the selected period in the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system. This error typically occurs when a user attempts to retrieve or display opportunities within a specific date range, but the system does not find any records that match the criteria.
  Cause:
  
  
  Date Range Selection: The most common cause is that the date range specified does not contain any opportunities. This could be due to:
  
  No opportunities created within the selected period.
  Opportunities that exist are outside the specified date range.
  
  
  
  Data Filters: Additional filters applied to the query may further limit the results, leading to no opportunities being displayed.
  
  
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the data has not been synchronized properly between different systems (e.g., between SAP CRM and other systems), it may lead to missing opportunities.
  
  
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view certain opportunities, which could result in an empty result set.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Adjust Date Range: Review and modify the date range to ensure it encompasses the periods when opportunities were created. You can try selecting a broader range or different dates.
  
  
  Check Filters: Review any additional filters that may be applied to the opportunity search. Ensure that they are not overly restrictive.
  
  
  Data Verification: Verify that opportunities exist in the system for the selected period. You can do this by running a report or querying the database directly.
  
  
  Data Synchronization: If you suspect data synchronization issues, check the integration settings and ensure that data is being transferred correctly between systems.
  
  
  User Permissions: Confirm that the user has the appropriate permissions to view the opportunities. If necessary, consult with your system administrator to adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for any specific configurations or known issues related to opportunity management in your version of SAP CRM.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP CRM that can help you manage opportunities (e.g., CRMD_ORDER).
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to effectively use the opportunity management features in SAP CRM, including how to set date ranges and filters correctly.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.