How To Fix EC299 - No proposals can be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EC - Development environment: Menu Painter

• Message number: 299

• Message text: No proposals can be determined

What causes this issue?

By comparing function texts with the quick info text, the <LS>Propose
icons</> function determines whether an icon can be assigned to the
function text. Excluded from the comparison are functions which already
have an icon, as well as dynamic function texts.
In this particular case, no icon could be determined as a proposal for
a function text.

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 in the function list whether an icon is supposed to be assigned
to a function. If this is the case, place the cursor on the text and
choose the <LS>Change text type...</> function. In the next dialog box,
choose the text type 'Icon' and then enter the icon name in the
subsequent dialog box.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EC299 - No proposals can be determined ?

  The SAP error message EC299 ("No proposals can be determined") typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when trying to create or process a document that requires a proposal for a certain action, such as a purchase order, sales order, or other transactional documents. This error indicates that the system could not find any suitable proposals based on the criteria provided.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The relevant master data (e.g., material master, vendor master, customer master) may not be set up correctly or may be missing.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to generate proposals may be too restrictive or incorrect, leading to no valid proposals being found.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the relevant module (e.g., MM, SD) that prevent the system from generating proposals.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the data that prevent the system from finding valid proposals.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or create the proposals.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Ensure that all relevant master data is correctly maintained. For example, check if the material, vendor, or customer records exist and are properly configured.
  Review Selection Criteria: Re-evaluate the selection criteria used for generating proposals. Make sure they are not overly restrictive and that they align with the data available in the system.
  Configuration Review: Consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the relevant settings in the system are correctly configured for the process you are trying to execute.
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks to identify and resolve any inconsistencies in the data that may be causing the issue.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data and perform the actions required to generate proposals.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to check master data (e.g., MM03 for material master, XK03 for vendor master).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program logic to understand why no proposals are being generated.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to the specific module you are working with for additional insights into proposal generation.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.