M8629 - Please enter search values

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 629

• Message text: Please enter search values

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8629 - Please enter search values ?

  The SAP error message M8629 ("Please enter search values") typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a transaction or report that requires specific search criteria or parameters, but those criteria have not been provided. This error is common in various SAP modules, particularly in materials management (MM) and inventory management.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is the absence of required input values in the search fields. This can happen in scenarios such as:
  
  Trying to execute a report or transaction without entering any selection criteria.
  Leaving mandatory fields blank in a search screen.
  Incorrectly configured default values that do not meet the required criteria.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the M8629 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Required Fields: Ensure that all mandatory fields in the selection screen are filled out. Look for fields marked with an asterisk (*) or highlighted in some way.
  
  
  Enter Valid Search Values: Input valid search criteria that the system can use to retrieve data. This may include material numbers, plant codes, storage locations, etc.
  
  
  Review Default Values: If the system is supposed to auto-fill certain fields, check the configuration to ensure that default values are set correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about what values are required, refer to the SAP documentation or help text associated with the transaction or report you are trying to run.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the data you are trying to retrieve. Sometimes, lack of access can lead to confusion about what values are required.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or system administrator for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error can occur in various transaction codes, such as MB51 (Material Document List), MMBE (Stock Overview), or others that require search parameters.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific transaction or report you are using.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly enter search criteria in SAP to avoid this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M8629 error and successfully execute the desired transaction or report in SAP.