How To Fix M3840 - No materials selected in the range specified

M3840 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 840

• Message text: No materials selected in the range specified

What causes this issue?

The system could not select any data from the range of materials you
entered on the selection screen.

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?

Change the selection criteria.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3840 - No materials selected in the range specified ?

  The SAP error message M3840 ("No materials selected in the range specified") typically occurs when you are trying to execute a transaction or report that requires a selection of materials, but the system cannot find any materials that meet the specified criteria. This can happen in various contexts, such as inventory management, material planning, or reporting.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria you have entered (such as material number, plant, storage location, etc.) may not match any existing materials in the system.
  Material Status: The materials you are trying to select may be inactive, blocked, or not available for the transaction you are attempting.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select certain materials.
  Data Issues: There may be data inconsistencies or missing data in the material master records.
  Filters Applied: There may be filters or settings in the report or transaction that are excluding all materials from the selection.
  
  Solutions:
  
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