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 using. Ensure that all fields are correctly defined and that they match the expected data types.
  Check Required Fields: Make sure that all required fields in the selection structure are included and correctly populated.
  Validate Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the FTI or related modules to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Debug Custom Code: If there are any custom enhancements, debug the code to identify where the selection structure is being manipulated and ensure it is being handled correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or report you are using to see if there are any known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it appears to be a bug or a more complex issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to FTI, such as FTR_CREATE, FTR_EDIT, or others that may be relevant to your context.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.