How To Fix EI864 - Select at least one plant

EI864 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 864

• Message text: Select at least one plant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI864 - Select at least one plant ?

  The SAP error message EI864 "Select at least one plant" typically occurs when a user is trying to execute a transaction or report that requires the selection of at least one plant, but none has been selected. This error is common in various SAP modules, especially in materials management (MM) and production planning (PP).
  
  Cause:
  
  No Plant Selected: The most straightforward cause is that the user has not selected any plant in the selection screen of the transaction.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the plants are not properly defined or assigned in the system.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select certain plants.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select a Plant: Go back to the selection screen of the transaction and ensure that at least one plant is selected. This is usually done by checking the relevant checkbox or dropdown menu.
  Check Plant Configuration: If you believe plants should be