How To Fix FA028 - Automatic selection unsuccessful; make a selection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FA - Payment Advice Administration

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Automatic selection unsuccessful; make a selection

What causes this issue?

No selection field could be automatically determined from the data given
in the advice item.
The automatic determination seeks the first filled external selection
field in the sequence of given priorities and takes its contents as the
selection value for identification of open items.
External selection fields which come into question will be specified in
the configuration menu, if there is a selection rule in the advice
header.
The following internal specifications are otherwise valid:

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

<ZH>Field,,Priority</>
Document number,,1
Invoice number,,2
Reference document number,,3
Reference key 1,,4
Reference key 2,,5
Allocation number,,6
Amount,,7

System Response

How to fix this error?

Enter one of the external selection fields provided.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FA028 - Automatic selection unsuccessful; make a selection ?

  The SAP error message FA028 ("Automatic selection unsuccessful; make a selection") typically occurs in the context of asset accounting when the system is unable to automatically select an asset for a transaction, such as an acquisition or transfer. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Selection Criteria: The system may not have sufficient criteria to automatically select the asset. This can happen if the selection parameters are not defined correctly in the transaction.
  
  
  Asset Not Found: The asset you are trying to process may not exist in the system or may not meet the criteria for selection.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of asset accounting settings, such as the asset class or the transaction type.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select the asset.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the asset master data or related tables that prevent the system from making a selection.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you are using in the transaction. Ensure that they are correctly defined and that they match the assets you expect to select.
  
  
  Verify Asset Existence: Check if the asset you are trying to process exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the asset master data and confirming its details.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings for asset accounting are correct. This includes checking the asset class, transaction types, and any related settings.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and select the asset. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the asset master data to identify and resolve any inconsistencies. This may involve using transaction codes like AS02 (Change Asset) or AS03 (Display Asset) to review the asset details.
  
  
  Manual Selection: If automatic selection fails, you may need to manually select the asset in the transaction. Look for options to enter the asset number directly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), AS03 (Display Asset), and others related to asset accounting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to asset accounting for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in asset accounting for further assistance.