How To Fix ID_FI_OVF005 - No partners were selected based on the selection criteria

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ID_FI_OVF - Online validation Framework Messages

• Message number: 005

• Message text: No partners were selected based on the selection criteria

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ID_FI_OVF005 - No partners were selected based on the selection criteria ?

  The SAP error message ID_FI_OVF005, which states "No partners were selected based on the selection criteria," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with vendor or customer master data. This error indicates that the system could not find any partners (vendors or customers) that match the criteria specified in your selection parameters.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The criteria you have entered (such as company code, account group, or other filters) may not match any existing partners in the system.
  Data Not Maintained: There may be no vendor or customer records created for the specified criteria in the relevant company code or area.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view certain partners, leading to the appearance that no partners exist.
  Inactive or Deleted Records: The partners you are trying to select may be inactive or have been deleted from the system.
  Filters Applied: Additional filters or settings in the selection screen may be limiting the results.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Double-check the selection criteria you have entered. Ensure that they are correct and that you are searching in the right company code or area.
  Check Data Maintenance: Verify that the vendor or customer records exist in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., FK03 for vendors or FD03 for customers) and checking if the records are present.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view the partners. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required permissions.
  Check for Inactive Records: Look for any inactive or deleted records that may be relevant to your search. You can adjust your selection criteria to include inactive records if necessary.
  Remove Additional Filters: If you have applied any additional filters, try removing them to see if that allows any partners to be selected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FK03 (Display Vendor), FD03 (Display Customer), and others that may help you verify the existence of partner records.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, specific configurations or bugs may be documented in SAP Notes.
  User Documentation: Refer to SAP user documentation or help files for guidance on how to properly set selection criteria and troubleshoot related issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant area.