How To Fix IH106 - No operations were selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IH - structuring

• Message number: 106

• Message text: No operations were selected

What causes this issue?

With this transaction only operations belonging to orders that have the
status "Released" will be selected.

System Response

The system was not able to select any order operations that correspond
to the selection criteria.

How to fix this error?

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IH106 - No operations were selected ?

  The SAP error message IH106 "No operations were selected" typically occurs in the context of maintenance planning and execution, particularly when working with maintenance orders or work orders in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system could not find any operations that meet the criteria specified in the transaction or report you are trying to execute.
  Causes:
  
  No Operations Assigned: The maintenance order or work order may not have any operations assigned to it.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria you have entered may not match any existing operations. This could be due to incorrect dates, statuses, or other filters.
  Order Status: The order may be in a status that does not allow for operations to be selected (e.g., completed or closed).
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to view or select the operations.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the master data or transactional data related to the operations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Operations: Verify that the maintenance order or work order has operations assigned to it. You can do this by navigating to the order details and checking the operations tab.
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria you are using are correct and that they match the operations you expect to see. Adjust the filters as necessary.
  Order Status: Check the status of the order. If it is completed or closed, you may need to reopen it or create a new order.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and select the operations. Contact your SAP security administrator if needed.
  Data Consistency: Run consistency checks on the data to ensure there are no issues. This may involve checking for missing or incorrect data in the master records or transactional records.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IW31 (Create Order), IW32 (Change Order), IW33 (Display Order), and IW38 (Change Orders).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on maintenance orders and operations.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the IH106 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.