How To Fix LTR_PRESEL016 - Preselection path stopped since predecessor step produced no results

LTR_PRESEL016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LTR_PRESEL - LTR: Preselection

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Preselection path stopped since predecessor step produced no results

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LTR_PRESEL016 - Preselection path stopped since predecessor step produced no results ?

  The SAP error message LTR_PRESEL016 indicates that a preselection path in a data transfer process (DTP) has been stopped because the predecessor step did not produce any results. This typically occurs in the context of data extraction or loading processes, particularly when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Data Available: The most common cause is that the source data (e.g., from an InfoProvider or a data source) does not contain any records that meet the selection criteria defined in the DTP.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The filters or selection criteria applied in the DTP may be too restrictive, leading to no data being selected.
  Data Load Issues: There may have been issues in previous data load processes that resulted in no data being available for the current step.
  Data Source Configuration: The data source may not be properly configured or may not be active, leading to no data being fetched.
  Technical Issues: