How To Fix EBR008 - No header records found that match the selection criteria

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EBR - Message Class for Batch Records

• Message number: 008

• Message text: No header records found that match the selection criteria

What causes this issue?

There are no batch records in the selection range you have specified.

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?

Check and, if necessary, correct the selection criteria you have
entered.
If there are batches in the selection range, first generate the batch
records you want to edit.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EBR008 - No header records found that match the selection criteria ?

  The SAP error message EBR008, which states "No header records found that match the selection criteria," typically occurs in the context of electronic bank reconciliation or similar financial processes where the system is trying to retrieve header records based on specified selection criteria.
  Cause:
  
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The most common cause of this error is that the selection criteria you have entered do not match any existing header records in the database. This could be due to incorrect date ranges, document types, or other filtering parameters.
  
  
  Missing Data: The header records may not have been created or uploaded correctly. This could happen if there was an issue during data import or if the records were deleted or not yet processed.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view certain records, leading to the appearance that no records exist.
  
  
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the bank reconciliation settings that prevent the system from retrieving the correct records.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you are using. Ensure that the date range, document types, and other filters are set correctly. Try broadening the criteria to see if any records can be retrieved.
  
  
  Verify Data Existence: Check if the header records actually exist in the system. You can do this by querying the relevant database tables or using transaction codes that allow you to view the records directly.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the records. If you suspect authorization issues, contact your SAP security team.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the bank reconciliation process. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured and that there are no missing parameters.
  
  
  Consult Logs: If the issue persists, check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the problem.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP documentation for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FF67 (for manual bank statement processing) or FEBAN (for electronic bank statement processing) to help troubleshoot the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the EBR008 error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on bank reconciliation processes to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EBR008 error and implement a solution.