How To Fix FINB_GEN_SEL_SCREEN005 - &1 &2 does not exist or is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINB_GEN_SEL_SCREEN - Messages for Generated Selection Screens

• Message number: 005

• Message text: &1 &2 does not exist or is not permitted

What causes this issue?

The system checks whether the entered value &v2& exists and whether it
is consistent with the values that were already entered for the other
selection criteria.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Use the F4 help to display all permitted values.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINB_GEN_SEL_SCREEN005 - &1 &2 does not exist or is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message "FINB_GEN_SEL_SCREEN005 &1 &2 does not exist or is not permitted" typically occurs in the context of financial reporting or when accessing certain financial transaction screens. This error can arise due to various reasons, including authorization issues, configuration problems, or missing objects in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the specified screen or transaction.
  Missing or Inactive Screen: The screen or transaction code referenced in the error message may not exist in the system or may be inactive.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration problem in the financial module that is preventing access to the screen.
  Transport Issues: If the screen was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the transaction or screen. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Use transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization failures after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Verify Screen/Transaction Existence:
  
  Check if the screen or transaction code exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction code SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE93 (Transaction Codes).
  If the screen is missing, you may need to consult with your SAP Basis or development team to restore it.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the financial module to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This may involve checking settings in transaction codes like OB52 (for fiscal year variant) or OBD2 (for document types).
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly. Check the transport logs for any errors or warnings.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates available that resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to financial reporting and configuration, such as FBL1N, FBL3N, FBL5N, etc.
  User Roles: Understand the roles assigned to users in your organization and how they relate to financial transactions.
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the financial module to understand the expected behavior of the screens and transactions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message "FINB_GEN_SEL_SCREEN005 &1 &2 does not exist or is not permitted."