How To Fix FINS_SIS_BAL053 - The selection criteria you have entered are not valid.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_SIS_BAL - Impl. of Doc. Splitting: Balances

• Message number: 053

• Message text: The selection criteria you have entered are not valid.

What causes this issue?

The selection criteria that you have entered are not valid.
For example, you have entered company codes and ledgers that are not
assigned to any projects.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_SIS_BAL053 - The selection criteria you have entered are not valid. ?

  The SAP error message FINS_SIS_BAL053 indicates that the selection criteria you have entered for a report or transaction are not valid. This error typically occurs in the context of financial reporting or analysis, particularly when using the SAP Financial Information System (FIS) or similar modules.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Selection Criteria: The criteria you have entered may not match any existing data. This could be due to incorrect date ranges, account numbers, or other parameters.
  Missing Authorizations: You may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data you are trying to retrieve.
  Data Not Available: The data you are trying to access may not exist in the system for the specified criteria.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the reporting tools or the underlying data structures.
  Incorrect Report Type: You may be trying to run a report that is not compatible with the selected criteria.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Double-check the selection criteria you have entered. Ensure that all fields are filled out correctly and that the values are valid.
  Check Date Ranges: Make sure that the date ranges are appropriate and that they correspond to periods for which data exists.
  Verify Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access the data. If not, contact your system administrator to request the required authorizations.
  Consult Data Availability: Check if the data you are trying to access is available in the system. You may need to run a different report or adjust your criteria.
  Configuration Check: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to ensure that the reporting tools are set up correctly.
  Use Standard Reports: If you are using a custom report, try using a standard SAP report to see if the issue persists. This can help determine if the problem is with the custom report.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., FBL1N, FBL3N) that may help you access the data you need.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to the Financial Information System for guidance on valid selection criteria and report generation.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.