How To Fix FTI_TEMPLATE005 - Erroneous SELECTIONS structure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTI_TEMPLATE -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Erroneous SELECTIONS structure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTI_TEMPLATE005 - Erroneous SELECTIONS structure ?

  The SAP error message FTI_TEMPLATE005: Erroneous SELECTIONS structure typically occurs in the context of Financial Transaction Management (FTI) or when dealing with financial data selection in SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the structure of the selections being made, which could be due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria defined in the report or transaction may not be valid or may not match the expected format.
  Missing Fields: Required fields in the selection structure may be missing or incorrectly defined.
  Data Type Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the data types of the fields being used in the selection criteria.
  
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the configuration of the FTI or related modules that affect how selections are processed.
  Custom Code: If there are custom enhancements or modifications, they may not be handling the selection structure correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Check the selection criteria you are