How To Fix FR491 - Customer/vendor selection contains errors. Only F, C or SPACE is allowed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FR - Messages for FI Reporting

• Message number: 491

• Message text: Customer/vendor selection contains errors. Only F, C or SPACE is allowed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FR491 - Customer/vendor selection contains errors. Only F, C or SPACE is allowed. ?

  The SAP error message FR491 indicates that there is an issue with the customer/vendor selection criteria in a transaction or report. Specifically, it states that the selection must be limited to specific values: 'F' for customers, 'C' for vendors, or a blank space (which typically means that no specific selection is made).
  Cause:
  The error usually arises from one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Input: The user may have entered an invalid character or value in the customer/vendor selection field.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the system that is not allowing the correct values to be processed.
  Data Entry Error: The data entry might have included unexpected characters or formats that are not recognized by the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FR491 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Values:
  
  Ensure that the selection criteria for customers/vendors are set correctly. Only 'F', 'C', or a blank space should be used.
  If you are using a selection screen, make sure that you are not entering any other characters.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, check the settings related to customer/vendor selection to ensure they are correctly defined.
  Consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant if you suspect a configuration issue.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data being entered to ensure it conforms to the expected formats and values.
  If you are using a program or report, check if there are any specific requirements for the input fields.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making corrections, re-run the transaction or report to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific transaction or report you are working with.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes that involve customer/vendor selection, such as FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display), or FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and authorizations to perform the transaction.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.