How To Fix CY659 - Line representation selection: no representation selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CY - Capacity Requirements Planning

• Message number: 659

• Message text: Line representation selection: no representation selected

What causes this issue?

No line representation could be found in the line representation
selection. This is probably a programming error.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

You should report the problem to SAP.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CY659 - Line representation selection: no representation selected ?

  The SAP error message CY659 indicates that there is an issue with the line representation selection in the context of a cost estimate or a similar process. This error typically occurs when the system cannot find a valid line representation for the selected item or cost element.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Line Representation: The most common cause is that no line representation has been defined for the relevant cost element or item in the configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for line representations may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration that prevent the system from selecting a valid line representation.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required line representations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Line Representation Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for line representations in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area (e.g., Controlling -> Cost Element Accounting -> Define Line Representations).
  Ensure that the necessary line representations are defined and assigned to the relevant cost elements.
  
  
  
  Assign Line Representations:
  
  If line representations are missing, create or assign the appropriate line representations to the cost elements or items that are causing the error.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the relevant cost elements or items to ensure that they are correctly set up and linked to the appropriate line representations.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the line representations. This can be checked with the security team or by reviewing the user roles.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SPRO: For configuration settings.
  CK11N: For creating a cost estimate.
  CK40N: For running cost estimates in mass.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on line representations and cost element accounting.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.