How To Fix /PMG/GE_SEL2005 - The entered entity does not exist on the selection effective date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PMG/GE_SEL2 -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: The entered entity does not exist on the selection effective date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PMG/GE_SEL2005 - The entered entity does not exist on the selection effective date ?

  The SAP error message /PMG/GE_SEL2005 indicates that the entity you are trying to select does not exist on the specified selection effective date. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Project Management or similar modules where entities (like projects, cost centers, or other organizational units) are time-dependent.
  Cause:
  
  Entity Not Created: The entity you are trying to access may not have been created or activated for the specified date.
  Date Mismatch: The effective date you are using for the selection may not correspond to the period during which the entity is valid.
  Data Deletion: The entity might have been deleted or archived before the effective date you are trying to use.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that restrict access to certain entities based on the date.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Entity Existence: Verify that the entity exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant master data or configuration settings.
  Adjust Effective Date: If the entity exists but is not valid for the selected date, try changing the effective date to a period when the entity was active.
  Review Change Logs: Look at the change logs or history for the entity to see if it was deleted or modified around the effective date.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for the specific module you are working with to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the module, you may need to use specific transaction codes to check the status of the entity (e.g., CJ20N for project management).
  Authorization Issues: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or select the entity in question.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.