How To Fix MMPUR_ANA_USRDEF_CRI009 - Criteria cannot be empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_ANA_USRDEF_CRI - User Defined Criteria

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Criteria cannot be empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_ANA_USRDEF_CRI009 - Criteria cannot be empty ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_ANA_USRDEF_CRI009 indicates that a user-defined criterion in a purchasing analysis report is empty or not properly defined. This error typically occurs when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires specific criteria to be set, but one or more of those criteria have not been filled in.
  Cause:
  
  Empty Criteria: The most common cause is that a required field or filter in the report is left blank.
  Incorrect Configuration: The user-defined criteria may not be configured correctly in the report settings.
  User Permissions: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary permissions to access certain criteria or data.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the underlying data that the report is trying to access.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Criteria Fields: Go back to the report or transaction where the error occurred and ensure that all required criteria fields are filled in. Look for any fields that are marked as mandatory.
  Review Report Configuration: If you have access, check the configuration of the report to ensure that all user-defined criteria are set up correctly.
  User Permissions: Verify that you have the necessary permissions to access the data and criteria required for the report.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific report you are trying to run for any additional requirements or settings.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more specific guidance based on your system configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to purchasing analysis, such as ME2N (Purchase Orders by Vendor) or ME80FN (General Analyses of Purchase Orders).
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly fill out criteria in reports to avoid this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully run your purchasing analysis report.