How To Fix FG003 - Specify at least one criterium

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FG - Program Error Messages

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Specify at least one criterium

What causes this issue?

The automatic clearing program groups documents together according to
the criteria predefined in this table. For the program run, a criterion
should at least be predefined.

System Response

Caution.

How to fix this error?

The criteria are fields of the tables
BSIS (customer index)
BSIK (vendor index)
BSIS (G/L account index)
BSEG (document)

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

How can this happen?

Cost element Accnt No.1 Accnt No. 2 Crit1 Crit2 Crit3 Crit4
----------------------------------------------------------
D 100000 999999 ZUONR VBUND
K 000001 200000 ZUONR
S 200000 999999999 KOSTL ZUONR FKONT

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FG003 - Specify at least one criterium ?

  The SAP error message FG003 ("Specify at least one criterium") typically occurs in the context of a transaction or report where the system requires at least one selection criterion to be specified for the operation to proceed. This error is common in various SAP modules, especially in reporting and data retrieval functions.
  Cause:
  The error arises when a user attempts to execute a transaction or report without providing the necessary selection criteria. This could happen in scenarios such as:
  
  Running a report without specifying any filters (e.g., date range, document type, etc.).
  Attempting to perform a search or query without entering any parameters.
  Missing mandatory fields in a selection screen.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FG003 error, follow these steps:
  
  Review the Selection Screen: Go back to the selection screen of the transaction or report where the error occurred.
  Enter Criteria: Ensure that you fill in at least one of the required fields or selection criteria. This could include:
  
  Date ranges
  Document numbers
  Customer or vendor IDs
  Material numbers
  
  
  Check for Mandatory Fields: Look for any fields that are marked as mandatory (often indicated with an asterisk) and ensure they are filled out.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure which criteria are required, refer to the documentation or help text associated with the transaction or report.
  Test the Input: After entering the necessary criteria, try executing the transaction or report again to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error can occur in various transaction codes, such as those related to reporting (e.g., MB51 for material documents, FBL1N for vendor line items).
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data being queried.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific transaction or report you are using.
  Training and Support: If the issue continues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a colleague who has experience with the specific module or transaction.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FG003 error and successfully execute the desired transaction or report in SAP.