How To Fix FARR_RAI521 - Selection criteria are not suited for selection of class &1 table &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_RAI - Revenue Accounting Item

• Message number: 521

• Message text: Selection criteria are not suited for selection of class &1 table &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_RAI521 - Selection criteria are not suited for selection of class &1 table &2 ?

  The SAP error message FARR_RAI521 indicates that the selection criteria used in a report or transaction are not appropriate for the specified class and table. This error typically arises in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when trying to retrieve or process data related to asset classes or asset master records.
  Cause:
  
  
  Incompatible Selection Criteria: The selection criteria you are using may not match the expected fields or values for the specified asset class or table. This can happen if:
  
  The criteria are too restrictive or not applicable to the data in the specified table.
  The asset class does not have any records that meet the selection criteria.
  There are missing or incorrect parameters in the selection screen.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the asset accounting module that do not align with the selection criteria being used.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be issues with the data in the database, such as missing entries or inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Check the selection criteria you are using. Ensure that they are appropriate for the asset class and table you are querying. Adjust the criteria to be more inclusive or relevant.
  
  
  Check Asset Class Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for the asset class in the Asset Accounting module. Ensure that the asset class is set up correctly and that the relevant fields are populated.
  
  
  Data Validation: Run data validation checks to ensure that the data in the asset master records is complete and consistent. Look for any missing or incorrect entries that could be causing the issue.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific asset class and table you are working with. This can provide insights into the expected selection criteria.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to development tools, consider debugging the report or transaction to identify where the selection criteria are being applied and why they are failing.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may have additional insights or patches available for known issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in Asset Accounting, such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific asset class you are working with. SAP Notes often contain fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same error and can provide solutions or insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the FARR_RAI521 error message in SAP.