How To Fix /ISDFPS/ME_CA_MB003 - No positions were found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/ME_CA_MB -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: No positions were found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/ME_CA_MB003 - No positions were found ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/ME_CA_MB003 No positions were found typically occurs in the context of the SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP S/4HANA environments, particularly when dealing with materials management or procurement processes. This error indicates that the system could not find any relevant positions (or records) for the specified criteria in the transaction or report you are trying to execute.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The parameters or filters you have set in the transaction might not match any existing records. This could include incorrect material numbers, plant codes, or other selection criteria.
  Data Not Yet Loaded: If you are working in a newly implemented system or after a data migration, the relevant data may not have been loaded into the system yet.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view the positions or data related to the transaction.
  Inactive or Deleted Records: The records you are trying to access may have been deleted or marked as inactive in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are preventing the display of certain positions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you are using. Ensure that you are entering the correct values and that they correspond to existing records in the system.
  Data Verification: Verify that the relevant data has been loaded into the system. You may need to check with your data management team or run a data load process if necessary.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to access the data. You may need to contact your system administrator to verify your user roles and permissions.
  Review Data Status: Check if the records you are trying to access are still active. You can do this by querying the database or using relevant reports to see if the records exist.
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the system is set up correctly to display the required data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using specific transaction codes (like ME21N for creating purchase orders, etc.) that could be relevant to the error.
  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.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the expected behavior and data requirements.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal IT team for further investigation.