How To Fix F4057 - No ledger was selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F4 - Line items/balances/configuration

• Message number: 057

• Message text: No ledger was selected

What causes this issue?

Several ledgers are defined for one of the parallel currencies. When
these were displayed, no ledger was selected.

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?

Select one of the displayed ledgers.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F4057 - No ledger was selected ?

  The SAP error message F4057: No ledger was selected typically occurs in the context of financial reporting or when trying to execute certain transactions that require a ledger to be specified. This error can arise in various SAP modules, particularly in Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Ledger Selection: The most common cause is that the user has not selected a ledger in the transaction or report they are trying to execute.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system where the ledgers are not properly defined or linked to the company code or controlling area.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain ledgers.
  Transaction-Specific Requirements: Some transactions may require specific ledgers to be selected based on the context or the type of report being generated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Select a Ledger: Ensure that you select a ledger in the transaction or report screen where the error occurs. Look for a dropdown or selection field for ledgers and choose the appropriate one.
  Check Configuration: If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, check the following:
  
  Ensure that the ledgers are correctly defined in the system.
  Verify that the ledgers are assigned to the relevant company codes or controlling areas.
  
  
  User Authorizations: If you suspect that the issue may be related to user authorizations, check with your SAP security team to ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access the required ledgers.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or report you are trying to execute for any additional requirements regarding ledger selection.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes, such as FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display), or others related to financial reporting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the F4057 error and successfully execute your financial transactions or reports in SAP.