How To Fix IEN170 - Document & does not contain selectable items

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IEN -

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Document & does not contain selectable items

What causes this issue?

The document or document item entered cannot be adopted.
Possible reasons for this are:
The document items have already been processed
(<LS>Suggest zero lines</> indicator set?).
the document items have been deleted or are blocked.
the document items have been created for a different plant.
(for reservations only) movements are not yet allowed for the
reservation items.
(for reservations only) the document items are retrograde components of
the order. These are posted using the order confirmations.
A <DS:GLOS.3526BF24AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>confirmation</> must exist
for the document items.
The document items must be released first.
The document is an R/2 document.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE NA_EINGABE_PRUEFEN
If the system has already processed the total quantity, you can set the
<LS>Suggest zero lines</> indicator. The system will suggest the
quantity zero for the items that have already been processed.
If you have entered a particular item, cancel the item. If you do not
enter an item, the system searches all of the open items in the
document.
If the document is a purchase order, production order or a reservation,
you can enter search criteria in the dialog box.
You access the dialog box by choosing <LS>Enter with reference</> on the
initial screen.
If the document is an SAP R/2 document, you have to cancel it manually
by entering the reversal movement type.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IEN170 - Document & does not contain selectable items ?

  The SAP error message IEN170, which states "Document & does not contain selectable items," typically occurs in the context of document processing, such as when trying to create or process a document in SAP that is expected to have line items or entries but does not.
  Causes:
  
  Empty Document: The document you are trying to process does not have any line items or entries associated with it.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type may not be configured to allow line items or may not be appropriate for the transaction you are trying to perform.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error during data entry, leading to the document being saved without any items.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select items in the document.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for item selection (e.g., it may be locked or in a completed state).
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Contents: Verify that the document you are trying to process actually contains line items. If it is empty, you will need to add the necessary items.
  Review Document Type Configuration: Ensure that the document type you are using is set up correctly in the system to allow for line items.
  Recreate the Document: If the document is empty due to an error, consider recreating it with the correct entries.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and select items in the document.
  Check Document Status: Look into the status of the document to ensure it is not locked or in a state that prevents item selection.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order), FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoice), or others where this error might occur.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the program execution to see where the error is being triggered, which may provide more insight into the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further assistance.