How To Fix FI_E505 - No records were selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI_E - Message Class for FM English Developers

• Message number: 505

• Message text: No records were selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI_E505 - No records were selected ?

  The SAP error message FI_E505 "No records were selected" typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, such as when trying to execute a report, run a transaction, or perform a financial posting. This error indicates that the system did not find any records that meet the selection criteria specified by the user.
  Causes:
  
  Selection Criteria: The most common cause is that the selection criteria (such as date range, company code, account number, etc.) specified in the report or transaction do not match any existing records in the database.
  Data Availability: There may be no data available for the specified parameters, either because transactions have not been posted or because the data has been archived.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the records, leading to the appearance of no records being available.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent records from being displayed correctly.
  Filters Applied: Sometimes, additional filters or settings in the report or transaction may inadvertently exclude all records.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review and adjust the selection criteria to ensure they are correct and broad enough to capture existing records. For example, check the date range, company code, and other parameters.
  Verify Data Posting: Ensure that the relevant transactions have been posted in the system. If necessary, check with the finance team to confirm that data exists for the specified criteria.
  Review Authorizations: Check the user’s authorization profile to ensure they have the necessary permissions to view the records in question.
  Check for Archived Data: If data has been archived, you may need to access the archived data or adjust the selection criteria to include archived records if applicable.
  Remove Filters: If there are any filters applied in the report or transaction, try removing them to see if records appear.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific reports or transactions to understand the expected input and output.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error can occur in various transaction codes related to financial reporting, such as FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display), or others.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific transaction or report you are using.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FI_E505 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.