How To Fix FRE208 - No change pointer available for that select period!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FRE - F&R CON R/3 - Messages

• Message number: 208

• Message text: No change pointer available for that select period!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FRE208 - No change pointer available for that select period! ?

  The SAP error message FRE208: No change pointer available for that select period typically occurs in the context of the Change Pointer functionality in SAP, which is used for tracking changes to master data and sending updates to other systems or applications.
  Cause:
  The error message indicates that there are no change pointers available for the specified selection period. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  No Changes Made: There may not have been any changes made to the relevant master data during the specified period.
  Change Pointer Not Activated: The change pointer functionality may not be activated for the relevant object type or data.
  Selection Period Incorrect: The selection period specified in the report or transaction may not align with the periods for which change pointers have been created.
  Data Deletion: Change pointers may have been deleted or not generated due to data management processes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FRE208 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Change Pointer Activation:
  
  Ensure that the change pointer functionality is activated for the relevant object type. This can be checked in the configuration settings (transaction code SPRO).
  
  
  
  Verify Selection Period:
  
  Review the selection period you are using in your report or transaction. Make sure it corresponds to a period where changes were made.
  
  
  
  Generate Change Pointers:
  
  If no change pointers exist, you may need to generate them. This can be done by executing the relevant transaction that creates change pointers (e.g., BD21 for generating change pointers).
  
  
  
  Review Change Pointer Table:
  
  Check the change pointer table (e.g., BDCP for change pointers) to see if any entries exist for the specified period.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Changes:
  
  Ensure that there have been actual changes made to the data that would generate change pointers. If no changes were made, you will not have any pointers to process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to change pointers for any specific configurations or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Change Pointers: Change pointers are used in SAP to track changes in master data and can be utilized in various applications, including IDocs and data replication.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  BD21: Generate Change Pointers
  BDCP: Display Change Pointers
  SPRO: Access SAP Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to change pointers.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.