How To Fix MR011 - No materials could be found for the selection criteria specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MR - Stock overview for generic materials

• Message number: 011

• Message text: No materials could be found for the selection criteria specified

What causes this issue?

Your selection did not result in any hit.

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?

Check your entries. Your selection criteria may have been too
restrictive.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MR011 - No materials could be found for the selection criteria specified ?

  The SAP error message MR011 ("No materials could be found for the selection criteria specified") typically occurs in the context of the Materials Management (MM) module, particularly when trying to execute a transaction related to material documents, such as the transaction for displaying or processing material documents.
  Causes:
  
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The most common cause is that the selection criteria you have entered do not match any existing materials in the system. This could be due to incorrect material numbers, document types, or date ranges.
  
  
  Material Not Created: The material you are trying to access may not have been created or may have been deleted.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view certain materials or documents.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the material master data.
  
  
  Filters Applied: If there are filters applied in the selection screen that are too restrictive, it may lead to no results being found.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you have entered. Ensure that you are using the correct material numbers, document types, and date ranges. Try broadening the criteria to see if any materials appear.
  
  
  Verify Material Existence: Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) to check if the material exists in the system. If it does not, you may need to create it.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the materials or documents you are trying to view. You may need to contact your SAP security team for assistance.
  
  
  Check for Data Issues: If you suspect data consistency issues, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying database issues.
  
  
  Remove Filters: If you have applied any filters in the selection screen, try removing them to see if that allows any materials to be displayed.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for the specific transaction you are using to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  MB51: Material Document List
  MB1A: Goods Withdrawal
  MB1B: Transfer Posting
  MB1C: Other Goods Receipts
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message MR011.
  
  
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further investigation.