How To Fix KEBAPI034 - & cannot be used in the selection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KEBAPI - Messages for BAPIs

• Message number: 034

• Message text: & cannot be used in the selection

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KEBAPI034 - & cannot be used in the selection ?

  The SAP error message KEBAPI034 typically indicates that there is an issue with the selection criteria used in a transaction or report related to cost accounting or controlling. This error often arises when the system cannot find any valid entries based on the selection parameters provided.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Selection Criteria: The selection criteria you are using may not match any existing records in the database. This could be due to incorrect values, such as invalid cost center, profit center, or other controlling objects.
  Data Not Available: The data you are trying to access may not exist for the specified period or may not have been posted yet.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data for the specified selection criteria.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the controlling module that prevent the selection from being processed correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you are using. Ensure that all values are correct and correspond to existing records in the system.
  Verify Data Availability: Check if the data you are trying to access exists for the specified period. You can do this by running a broader selection or checking the relevant tables directly.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the controlling module is set up correctly and that there are no missing configurations.
  Use Alternative Reports: If the specific report or transaction is not working, consider using alternative reports or transactions that may provide the same information without triggering the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for cost accounting, such as KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items) or KOB1 (Orders: Actual Line Items).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to controlling and cost accounting for best practices in data selection and reporting.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.