How To Fix ME437 - There were no selection entries to be cancelled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 437

• Message text: There were no selection entries to be cancelled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME437 - There were no selection entries to be cancelled ?

  The SAP error message ME437 ("There were no selection entries to be cancelled") typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions, when a user attempts to cancel or delete a selection that does not exist or has already been processed.
  Cause:
  
  
  No Existing Entries: The most common cause of this error is that there are no entries in the selection list that can be cancelled. This could happen if:
  
  The entries have already been processed or deleted.
  The selection criteria used did not match any existing records.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: If the user has applied filters or selection criteria that do not correspond to any existing entries, the system will not find any records to cancel.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or cancel certain entries, leading to the perception that there are no entries available.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you are using to ensure they are correct and that they match existing entries. Remove any unnecessary filters and try again.
  
  
  Verify Document Status: Check the status of the documents you are trying to cancel. If they have already been processed or closed, you will not be able to cancel them.
  
  
  Refresh the List: If you are working in a session where the data might have changed (e.g., another user has processed the entries), refresh the list or re-enter the transaction.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and cancel the entries. If you suspect an authorization issue, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or help resources for further guidance on the specific transaction you are working with.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to purchasing, such as ME22N (Change Purchase Order), ME23N (Display Purchase Order), or ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your internal SAP support team or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ME437 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.