How To Fix NAA401 - Select at least one field: Period comparison/Final settlement comparison

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NAA - Subsequent settlement (Purchasing)

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Select at least one field: Period comparison/Final settlement comparison

What causes this issue?

You have not selected either the "Period comparison" or "Final
settlement comparison" field.

System Response

INCLUDE ISR_STOP

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?

Select at least one of these fields.
If business volume comparison is not to takes place, do not assign a
business volume comparison type to the arrangement type.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NAA401 - Select at least one field: Period comparison/Final settlement comparison ?

  The SAP error message NAA401 ("Select at least one field: Period comparison/Final settlement comparison") typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires specific selection criteria to be defined, particularly in the area of financial or controlling reports.
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that the user has not selected any fields for comparison in the report or transaction. The system expects at least one field to be selected for either a period comparison or a final settlement comparison, and if none are selected, it triggers this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve the NAA401 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Go back to the selection screen of the report or transaction where the error occurred. Ensure that you have selected at least one field for either the period comparison or the final settlement comparison.
  
  
  Select Fields: Depending on the specific report or transaction, look for options such as:
  
  Period comparison fields (e.g., previous period, current period)
  Final settlement comparison fields (e.g., actual vs. planned costs)
  
  
  
  Execute Again: After making the necessary selections, try executing the report or transaction again.
  
  
  Review Documentation: If you are unsure which fields to select, refer to the documentation or help text associated with the report or transaction for guidance on the required fields.
  
  
  Consult with Colleagues or SAP Support: If you continue to experience issues, consider consulting with colleagues who have experience with the specific report or reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to financial reporting, such as those in the Controlling (CO) module or Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific report or transaction you are using.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the report or transaction, as sometimes restrictions can lead to unexpected errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the NAA401 error and successfully execute your report or transaction in SAP.