How To Fix KY005 - No additional selection information exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KY - Messages for SAP-EIS: Presentation

• Message number: 005

• Message text: No additional selection information exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KY005 - No additional selection information exists ?

  The SAP error message KY005 ("No additional selection information exists") typically occurs in the context of cost center accounting or internal orders when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires additional selection criteria, but none are available or defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Selection Criteria: The error often arises when the system expects certain selection criteria to be provided, but they are either not available or not defined in the configuration.
  Data Not Available: The specific data you are trying to access may not exist in the system for the selected criteria.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view certain data, leading to this error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the cost center or internal order settings in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Ensure that you have provided all necessary selection criteria in the report or transaction. Review the fields and make sure they are filled out correctly.
  Verify Data Availability: Check if the data you are trying to access actually exists. You can do this by running a different report or transaction that accesses the same data.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the data. You may need to contact your SAP security team to verify your access rights.
  Configuration Review: If you have access to configuration settings, review the settings for cost centers or internal orders to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the transaction or report you are using.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error can occur in various transaction codes related to cost accounting, such as KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items) or KOB1 (Orders: Actual Line Items).
  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.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.