How To Fix KB143 - No selection possible because selection criterium & does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KB - Controlling: Reporting

• Message number: 143

• Message text: No selection possible because selection criterium & does not exist.

What causes this issue?

Selection criterium &V1& is required for the selection of the receiver
report. The criterium was not sent on to the receiver.
Example:
You create a user-defined cost center report without the criterium
"Cost center". You use the function "Callup report" to call up the line
item report. This cannot select without the cost center, so the line
item report rejects the processing.
You use a report through the general selection screen of Report Writer.
Here, you have the option of entering nothing for the cost center, for
example. Instead, all cost centers are to be selected.
The receiver report cannot continue processing on the basis of this
information if the receiver report views "Cost center" as a mandatory
entry.

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?

RESET N1
Include the given criterium in your report.
Enter a value or value interval in the selection screen for the given
criterium.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KB143 - No selection possible because selection criterium & does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message "KB143 No selection possible because selection criterion & does not exist" typically occurs when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires specific selection criteria, but the criteria you are using is not recognized by the system. This can happen for various reasons, such as incorrect input, missing configuration, or issues with the data.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Input: The selection criterion you are trying to use may be misspelled or incorrectly formatted.
  Missing Configuration: The selection criterion may not be configured in the system. This can happen if the necessary data or settings have not been set up in the relevant module.
  Data Issues: The data you are trying to access may not exist in the system, or it may have been deleted or archived.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to access the selection criteria or the data associated with it.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input: Verify that the selection criterion you are using is spelled correctly and formatted properly. Ensure that you are using the correct field names and values.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the relevant module to ensure that the selection criteria are set up correctly. This may involve consulting with your SAP administrator or functional consultant.
  Data Verification: Ensure that the data you are trying to access exists in the system. You can do this by running a different report or transaction that uses similar criteria.
  Authorization Check: Confirm that you have the necessary authorizations to access the selection criteria and the associated data. If not, contact your SAP security team to request the appropriate access.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific transaction or report you are using to understand the required selection criteria.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the error, you may be using specific transaction codes (e.g., ME2N for purchasing documents, FBL1N for vendor line items, etc.). Ensure you are familiar with the expected input for these transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message. You can search the SAP Support Portal for relevant notes.
  Community Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or discussion boards where other users may have encountered similar issues and shared solutions.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.