How To Fix M5161 - Selection version does not contain any data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M5 - LIS: Standard Analyses (Inventory Controlling Doc. Analysis)

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Selection version does not contain any data

What causes this issue?

You tried to display the selection log of a selection version. The
selection version on which you have placed the cursor does not,
however, contain any data and therefore does not have a selection log.

System Response

No selection log is displayed.

How to fix this error?

The system can only display a selection log for those selection
versions which have a date behind the short description. This
(selection) date signifies that the selection version in question does
contain data.
The selection version you have chosen can only contain data if it has
been scheduled (See menu option "Schedule"). Data is then selected as
a background job and is saved under the name of your selection version.
A selection log is generated simultaneously.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M5161 - Selection version does not contain any data ?

  The SAP error message M5161, which states "Selection version does not contain any data," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material requirements planning (MRP) when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that relies on a selection version that has not been properly defined or does not contain any data.
  Cause:
  
  Empty Selection Version: The selection version you are trying to use has not been populated with any data. This can happen if the version was created but no selection criteria or data were defined.
  Incorrect Version: The version you are trying to access may not be the correct one or may have been deleted or modified.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data associated with the selection version.
  Data Deletion: The data that was previously associated with the selection version may have been deleted or is no longer available.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Selection Version: Go to the transaction where you are trying to use the selection version (e.g., MD61 for planning) and verify that the selection version exists and is correctly defined.
  Create or Modify Selection Version: If the selection version is empty, you may need to create a new selection version or modify the existing one to include the necessary data.
  Review Data: Ensure that the data you expect to see is available in the system. Check if the relevant materials or planning data exist.
  Authorization Check: Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to access the selection version and the associated data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on how to create and manage selection versions in your specific context.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to selection versions include MD61 (Create Planning) and MD62 (Change Planning).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.