How To Fix /CRYSTAL/CA_MSG031 - No reports matched the given selection criteria

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CRYSTAL/CA_MSG -

• Message number: 031

• Message text: No reports matched the given selection criteria

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CRYSTAL/CA_MSG031 - No reports matched the given selection criteria ?

  The SAP error message /CRYSTAL/CA_MSG031 No reports matched the given selection criteria typically occurs when a user attempts to run a report in SAP Crystal Reports or SAP BusinessObjects, but the selection criteria specified do not match any available reports. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The filters or parameters set in the report selection criteria do not match any records in the database.
  No Data Available: The underlying data source may not contain any data that meets the specified criteria.
  Report Configuration Issues: The report may not be properly configured or may have been modified in a way that affects its ability to retrieve data.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the reports or the data required to generate the report.
  Database Connection Issues: There may be issues with the connection to the database, preventing the report from retrieving data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Double-check the selection criteria you have set. Ensure that they are correct and that they match the data you expect to retrieve.
  Check Data Availability: Verify that there is data in the database that meets the selection criteria. You can do this by running a query directly against the database.
  Modify Report Parameters: If the report has parameters, try running the report with different parameters or without any parameters to see if it returns data.
  Check Report Configuration: Ensure that the report is correctly configured and that there are no issues with the report design that could prevent data retrieval.
  User Permissions: Confirm that you have the necessary permissions to access the report and the underlying data. Contact your system administrator if needed.
  Database Connection: Check the database connection settings to ensure that they are correct and that the database is accessible.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Crystal Reports or BusinessObjects for more detailed troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  Support Tickets: If the issue persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.