How To Fix EI605 - No data selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EI - Foreign Trade: Gen. Output

• Message number: 605

• Message text: No data selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI605 - No data selected ?

  The SAP error message EI605 "No data selected" typically occurs when a query or report is executed, but the system does not find any data that meets the specified selection criteria. This can happen in various contexts, such as during the execution of reports, data extraction, or when accessing certain transactions.
  Causes:
  
  
  Selection Criteria: The most common cause is that the selection criteria defined in the report or query do not match any records in the database. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect date ranges.
  Filters that are too restrictive.
  Missing or incorrect values in the selection fields.
  
  
  
  Data Availability: There may simply be no data available in the relevant tables for the specified criteria. This could be due to:
  
  Data not being loaded or updated.
  Data being archived or deleted.
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view certain data, leading to the appearance of "no data" when, in fact, data exists but is not accessible.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database connection or issues with the report/query itself.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Check the selection criteria you have entered. Ensure that they are correct and not overly restrictive. Adjust the date ranges, filters, or other parameters to broaden the search.
  
  
  Check Data Availability: Verify that the data you are trying to access actually exists in the system. You can do this by running a different report or transaction that accesses the same data set without any filters.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view the data. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator to verify your access rights.
  
  
  Consult with IT Support: If you suspect a technical issue, reach out to your IT support team or SAP Basis team to check for any underlying problems with the database or the SAP system.
  
  
  Use Debugging Tools: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the report or query to see where it might be failing to retrieve data.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you might be using specific transaction codes (e.g., SE38 for reports, SE11 for data dictionary) to access or analyze data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific report or transaction you are using. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific report or transaction to understand the expected input and output, as well as any prerequisites for data availability.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EI605 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.