How To Fix FA020 - No selection criterion was specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FA - Payment Advice Administration

• Message number: 020

• Message text: No selection criterion was specified

What causes this issue?

A payment advice item cannot be used to identify an open item without
any selection criteria.

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?

Add a selection criterion in the payment advice item.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FA020 - No selection criterion was specified ?

  The SAP error message FA020 ("No selection criterion was specified") typically occurs when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires specific selection criteria, but none have been provided. This error is common in various SAP modules, particularly in Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when dealing with asset reports or transactions.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of required selection criteria in the report or transaction you are trying to execute. This can happen if:
  
  You have not filled in the necessary fields in the selection screen.
  The selection criteria fields are left blank or not properly configured.
  The system expects certain parameters to be filled in to process the request.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FA020 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Go back to the selection screen of the report or transaction and ensure that you have filled in all the required fields. Common fields that may need to be filled include:
  
  Company Code
  Asset Number
  Fiscal Year
  Other relevant parameters depending on the specific report or transaction.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation: If you are unsure which fields are required, refer to the documentation or help text associated with the report or transaction. This can provide guidance on what selection criteria are necessary.
  
  
  Use Default Values: If applicable, try using default values for certain fields to see if that resolves the issue.
  
  
  Consult with Colleagues or SAP Support: If you are still encountering issues after checking the selection criteria, consult with colleagues who may have experience with the specific report or reach out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the report or transaction, as sometimes lack of permissions can lead to unexpected errors.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: The error can occur in various transaction codes related to Asset Accounting, such as:
  
  AW01N: Asset Explorer
  S_ALR_87011963: Asset History Sheet
  S_ALR_87011964: Asset Balances
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific transaction or report you are using.
  
  
  SAP Community: The SAP Community forums can be a valuable resource for finding solutions to common errors and sharing experiences with other users.
  
  
  By ensuring that all necessary selection criteria are provided, you should be able to resolve the FA020 error and successfully execute the desired report or transaction.