How To Fix M5254 - Your selection does not match any subset of the existing char. values.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 254

• Message text: Your selection does not match any subset of the existing char. values.

What causes this issue?

You have chosen a number of characteristic values, none of which match
the characteristic values in your data.

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?

Carry out the restriction in the selection screen again, or choose
"cancel" in the selection screen to restore your original data.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M5254 - Your selection does not match any subset of the existing char. values. ?

  The SAP error message M5254 ("Your selection does not match any subset of the existing char. values.") typically occurs when you are trying to execute a transaction or report that requires specific selection criteria, but the criteria you have entered do not match any of the existing characteristic values in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The values you have entered in the selection screen do not correspond to any of the values available in the characteristic you are querying.
  Data Not Available: The data you are trying to access may not exist in the system for the specified selection criteria.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view certain data, which can lead to the system not finding any matching records.
  Master Data Issues: The characteristic values may not be properly maintained in the master data, leading to discrepancies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the values you have entered in the selection screen. Ensure that they are correct and correspond to the existing characteristic values.
  Use Wildcards: If applicable, use wildcards (e.g., *) in your selection criteria to broaden your search and see if any records match.
  Verify Data Availability: Check if the data you are trying to access exists in the system. You can do this by running a report or transaction that lists the available characteristic values.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the data. If you suspect an authorization issue, contact your SAP security team.
  Review Master Data: If you have access, check the master data for the characteristic in question to ensure that the values are correctly maintained.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using various transaction codes (e.g., MC.9, MC.1, etc.) related to material management or reporting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search the SAP Support Portal for relevant notes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the expected values for the selection criteria.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.