How To Fix MDP_BS_EXTRACTOR059 - Select option fields not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDP_BS_EXTRACTOR - Messages for Package MDP_BS_EXTRACTOR

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Select option fields not available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDP_BS_EXTRACTOR059 - Select option fields not available ?

  The SAP error message MDP_BS_EXTRACTOR059 ("Select option fields not available") typically occurs when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires selection options, but the necessary fields for those options are not available or not defined in the context of the report.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Selection Fields: The selection fields that are required for the report or transaction are not defined in the selection screen.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the report or the data extraction process may be incorrect, leading to the absence of expected fields.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain fields, which can lead to this error.
  Data Source Issues: If the data source or the underlying table does not have the expected fields, this error can occur.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Selection Screen Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the report or transaction to ensure that all necessary selection fields are defined.
  If you are a developer or have access to the ABAP code, check the selection screen definition in the program.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the fields required for the report. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Data Source Verification:
  
  Check the data source or underlying tables to ensure that the fields you are trying to use in the selection options are present and correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the documentation for the specific report or transaction to understand the required selection fields and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the details of the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using specific transaction codes related to data extraction or reporting (e.g., RSA1 for Data Warehousing).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide updates/patches that could resolve the issue.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message MDP_BS_EXTRACTOR059 effectively.