How To Fix FCO_OVHD006 - No data provided and no error messages either

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCO_OVHD - Message class for overhead calculations

• Message number: 006

• Message text: No data provided and no error messages either

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCO_OVHD006 - No data provided and no error messages either ?

  The SAP error message FCO_OVHD006 ("No data provided and no error messages either") typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling modules when the system expects certain data to be present but finds none. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the execution of a report, transaction, or when trying to post data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause is that the system is trying to process a transaction or report that requires specific data, but that data is not available in the database.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in a report or transaction may be too restrictive, leading to no data being retrieved.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are preventing data from being displayed or processed correctly.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database or the application server.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Availability: Verify that the data you are trying to access or process actually exists in the system. This may involve checking the relevant tables or using other reports to confirm data presence.
  Review Selection Criteria: If you are running a report, review the selection criteria to ensure they are not too restrictive. Try broadening the criteria to see if data can be retrieved.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings related to the transaction or report. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  Consult Logs: Look at the application logs (transaction SLG1) or system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or technical support for further investigation. They may need to check for database issues or other technical problems.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may want to check specific transaction codes related to financial accounting (e.g., FB50, FBL1N) or controlling (e.g., KSB1).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with for more insights into data requirements and configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.