How To Fix F5013 - Specify another selection criteria

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Specify another selection criteria

What causes this issue?

You want to create a list of documents but did not specify any selection
criteria, except perhaps the company code and fiscal year.
For performance reasons it is not advisable to search over the whole
document database. You should therefore enter other selection criteria
that allow a faster search using database secondary indices.

How to fix this error?

Make further specifications for at least one of the following selection
conditions:
- Document number
- Document type
- Posting date
- CPU date
- Reference number
- Reference transaction

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5013 - Specify another selection criteria ?

  The SAP error message F5013 ("Specify another selection criteria") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires specific selection criteria to filter the data. This error indicates that the system requires additional information to process your request.
  Cause:
  
  
  Insufficient Selection Criteria: The most common cause of this error is that the selection criteria provided are not sufficient for the system to execute the report or transaction. For example, if you are trying to run a financial report without specifying a company code, fiscal year, or other necessary parameters, the system will prompt you to provide more details.
  
  
  Mandatory Fields Not Filled: Certain fields may be mandatory for the transaction or report you are trying to execute. If these fields are left blank, the system will not be able to proceed.
  
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: Sometimes, the error can occur due to incorrect or invalid data entered in the selection criteria fields.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Go back to the selection screen and ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly. Check for mandatory fields that may be highlighted or marked with an asterisk.
  
  
  Add Additional Filters: If the report or transaction allows for multiple selection criteria, try adding more filters to narrow down the data set. This can help the system process your request more effectively.
  
  
  Check Documentation: Refer to the documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or report you are trying to run. This can provide insights into what selection criteria are required.
  
  
  Consult with Colleagues or Support: If you are unsure about what additional criteria are needed, consult with colleagues who may have experience with the same report or transaction, or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  
  Test with Different Parameters: If possible, try running the report or transaction with different parameters to see if the error persists. This can help identify if the issue is related to specific data entries.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to financial reporting, such as FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display), or others.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific transaction or report you are using.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that your user role has the necessary authorizations to access the data you are trying to retrieve.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the F5013 error and successfully execute your desired transaction or report in SAP.