How To Fix NI009 - No documents satisfying selection critera

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NI - Document index processing

• Message number: 009

• Message text: No documents satisfying selection critera

What causes this issue?

No purchasing documents that satisfy the criteria you entered on the
selection screen exist

System Response

The report cannot be run.

How to fix this error?

Please check the selection criteria you entered.
Please note that the function can only be used for purchasing documents
belonging to the document category

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

'F' - purchase order
'L' - scheduling agreement (with document conditions)
Purchasing documents belonging to other categories are not selected.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NI009 - No documents satisfying selection critera ?

  The SAP error message NI009 ("No documents satisfying selection criteria") typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that requires specific selection criteria, but no documents meet those criteria. This can happen in various SAP modules, such as Finance (FI), Materials Management (MM), or Sales and Distribution (SD).
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The most common cause is that the selection criteria entered by the user do not match any existing documents in the system. This could be due to incorrect dates, document types, or other filters.
  Data Not Yet Posted: If the user is looking for documents that have not yet been posted or created, this error will occur.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view certain documents, leading to the impression that no documents exist.
  Data Deletion: If documents have been deleted or archived, they will not appear in the selection results.
  Incorrect Company Code or Plant: If the user is filtering by a specific company code or plant that does not have any relevant documents, this error will occur.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Double-check the selection criteria entered. Ensure that the dates, document types, and other filters are correct and relevant to the documents you are trying to retrieve.
  Expand Search Parameters: If possible, broaden the selection criteria to include a wider range of documents. For example, remove date filters or change the document type.
  Check Document Status: Verify if the documents you are looking for have been posted or created. If they are in a draft or pending status, they may not be included in the report.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view the documents. If you suspect an authorization issue, contact your SAP security team.
  Consult with IT or SAP Support: If you suspect that documents have been deleted or archived, consult with your IT department or SAP support team to investigate further.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error can occur in various transaction codes depending on the module (e.g., FB03 for viewing financial documents, ME23N for viewing purchase orders).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific transaction or report you are using.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or user manuals for guidance on the specific transaction or report to understand the expected selection criteria.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the NI009 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.