How To Fix GU268 - No data exists in either ledger for the selection criteria

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GU - FI-SL utilities

• Message number: 268

• Message text: No data exists in either ledger for the selection criteria

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GU268 - No data exists in either ledger for the selection criteria ?

  The SAP error message GU268 ("No data exists in either ledger for the selection criteria") typically occurs when you are trying to access financial data in the General Ledger (G/L) and the system cannot find any entries that match the criteria you have specified. This can happen in various transactions, such as when running reports or trying to view account balances.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria you have entered (such as date range, company code, or account number) may not match any existing records in the ledgers.
  Data Not Posted: There may be no financial postings in the specified period or for the specified accounts.
  Incorrect Ledger Configuration: The ledgers may not be properly configured or activated for the company code or the relevant accounting principles.
  Data Archiving: Data may have been archived, and the current selection criteria do not include archived data.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data in the specified ledgers.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review and adjust the selection criteria to ensure they are correct. Make sure the date range, company code, and account numbers are accurate.
  Verify Data Posting: Check if there are any postings made in the specified period. You can do this by looking at the relevant transaction codes (e.g., FB03 for document display).
  Review Ledger Configuration: Ensure that the ledgers are correctly configured and that the necessary settings are in place for the company code.
  Check for Archived Data: If you suspect that data may have been archived, consult with your SAP administrator to see if the data can be retrieved or if the selection criteria need to be adjusted to include archived data.
  User Authorization: Confirm that you have the necessary authorizations to access the data in the ledgers. If not, contact your system administrator to request the appropriate access.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FB03: Display Document
  FBL1N: Vendor Line Item Display
  FBL3N: G/L Account Line Item Display
  FBL5N: Customer Line Item Display
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with (e.g., FI - Financial Accounting) for more detailed information on ledger configurations and reporting.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant for further assistance.