How To Fix FCO501 - Insufficient selection criteria

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCO - Messages for Failure Cost Processing FCO

• Message number: 501

• Message text: Insufficient selection criteria

What causes this issue?

The entries on the selection screen are not sufficient for the system
to select any documents.

System Response

No documents are selected.

How to fix this error?

Make an entry in one of the following fields on the selection screen:
Failure cost document
Material number
Order
Confirmation
Sequence number

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCO501 - Insufficient selection criteria ?

  The SAP error message FCO501, which states "Insufficient selection criteria," typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that requires specific selection criteria, but the criteria provided are not sufficient to retrieve the desired data. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in financial and controlling areas.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Selection Criteria: The user has not entered enough parameters to narrow down the data set. For example, if a report requires a company code, fiscal year, and document type, but only the company code is provided, the system may not be able to generate the report.
  Incorrect or Incomplete Data: The selection criteria provided may not match any existing records in the database, leading to the error.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data, which can also lead to insufficient selection criteria being recognized by the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that all required fields are filled in. Check the documentation or help text for the specific transaction or report to understand what selection criteria are mandatory.
  Add Additional Filters: If the report allows for optional filters, consider adding them to refine the search and ensure that the system can retrieve the necessary data.
  Check for Data Availability: Verify that the data you are trying to access actually exists in the system for the criteria you have provided.
  Consult with IT or SAP Support: If you are unsure about the required selection criteria or if the issue persists, it may be helpful to consult with your IT department or SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error can occur in various transaction codes, such as FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display), or others related to financial reporting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific transaction or report you are using.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data being queried.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FCO501 error and successfully execute the desired report or transaction in SAP.