How To Fix FB398 - Select only tables KNA1, KNB1 and BSEC

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FB - Batch Programs

• Message number: 398

• Message text: Select only tables KNA1, KNB1 and BSEC

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FB398 - Select only tables KNA1, KNB1 and BSEC ?

  The SAP error message FB398, which states "Select only tables KNA1, KNB1 and BSEC," typically occurs when you are trying to execute a transaction or report that involves financial data, and the system is enforcing a restriction on the tables that can be accessed or modified in that context.
  Cause:
  This error is usually triggered when:
  
  You are attempting to access or manipulate data from tables other than KNA1 (General Data in Customer Master), KNB1 (Customer Master Company Code Data), and BSEC (Document Segment: Accounting Document) in a transaction that is specifically designed to work with these tables.
  The transaction or report you are using has been programmed to only allow these specific tables for data integrity and consistency reasons.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Your Query/Transaction: Ensure that you are only selecting or working with the specified tables (KNA1, KNB1, and BSEC). If you are using a custom report or query, modify it to restrict the selection to these tables.
  
  
  Review Custom Code: If you are using custom ABAP code, check the logic to ensure that it adheres to the restrictions imposed by the system. You may need to adjust the code to only reference the allowed tables.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation for the transaction or report you are using to understand its limitations and requirements.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unsure why you are encountering this error or if you believe it is occurring inappropriately, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error may occur in various financial transaction codes, such as FB01 (Post Document), FB50 (G/L Account Document), etc.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this issue. You can search for FB398 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Data Integrity: The restriction to these tables is likely in place to maintain data integrity within the financial modules of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.