How To Fix FINS_CFIN_BC_REPORT043 - Specify selection criteria or limit the selection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CFIN_BC_REPORT - Business Configuration Validations of Report

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Specify selection criteria or limit the selection

What causes this issue?

You want to check a list of master data but did not specify any
selection criteria or the selection criteria involve too much data.
For performance reasons, it is not advisable to check the entirety of a
large master data database.

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?

Enter specific company codes as selection criteria. This will allow a
faster search of the database.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_CFIN_BC_REPORT043 - Specify selection criteria or limit the selection ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CFIN_BC_REPORT043 typically occurs in the context of the Central Finance (CFIN) module when a report or transaction is executed without sufficient selection criteria. This error indicates that the system requires more specific parameters to process the request effectively.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Selection Criteria: The report or transaction you are trying to execute does not have enough parameters defined. This can happen if you leave fields blank or do not specify any filters.
  Data Volume: The system may be trying to process a large volume of data, and without specific criteria, it cannot handle the request efficiently.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the Central Finance setup that require certain fields to be filled in.
  
  Solution:
  
  Specify Selection Criteria: Go back to the report or transaction screen and fill in the required selection fields. This may include date ranges, company codes, document types, etc.
  Limit the Selection: If you are trying to pull a large dataset, consider narrowing down your selection criteria to reduce the volume of data being processed.
  Check Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific report or transaction to understand what selection criteria are required.
  Consult with SAP Support: If you are unsure about what criteria to use or if the issue persists after specifying criteria, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to Central Finance reporting, as they may have specific requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly use the reporting tools within Central Finance to avoid this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully execute the desired report or transaction in SAP.