How To Fix P5172 - There are no fields available for selection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P5 - Project Information System: (Modification of LIS; M5)

• Message number: 172

• Message text: There are no fields available for selection

What causes this issue?

No further fields exist which you can select.

System Response

The field selection dialog box is not displayed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P5172 - There are no fields available for selection ?

  The SAP error message P5172, which states "There are no fields available for selection," typically occurs in the context of reporting or data selection processes within SAP systems, particularly when using tools like SAP Query or SAP Report Painter.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Field Selection: The error usually indicates that the system cannot find any fields that meet the criteria for selection. This can happen if:
  
  The data source (like a table or InfoProvider) does not contain any fields that are relevant to the query or report.
  The fields have not been properly defined or activated in the data model.
  The user does not have the necessary authorizations to access the fields.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Query Configuration: If the query or report is not configured correctly, it may not be able to retrieve any fields for selection.
  
  
  Data Source Issues: The underlying data source may be empty or not properly connected, leading to a lack of available fields.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Source: Ensure