How To Fix PRF_CNTRL_MSG014 - No records selected for Publishing, Please select to proceed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PRF_CNTRL_MSG - Message Class for control messages of PRF

• Message number: 014

• Message text: No records selected for Publishing, Please select to proceed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRF_CNTRL_MSG014 - No records selected for Publishing, Please select to proceed. ?

  The SAP error message PRF_CNTRL_MSG014 ("No records selected for Publishing, Please select to proceed.") typically occurs in the context of SAP's publishing or reporting functionalities, particularly when trying to publish or process data that has not been selected or does not meet the criteria for selection.
  Cause:
  
  No Data Selected: The most common cause of this error is that there are no records available that meet the selection criteria specified in the report or publishing function.
  Filters Applied: If filters or selection criteria are applied, they may be too restrictive, resulting in no records being returned.
  Data Availability: The data you are trying to publish may not exist in the system for the specified time frame or parameters.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select the data, leading to an empty selection.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you have set. Ensure that they are not too restrictive and that they match the data you expect to see.
  Remove Filters: Temporarily remove any filters or selection criteria to see if any records are returned. If records appear, gradually reapply filters to identify which one is causing the issue.
  Verify Data Availability: Check if the data you are trying to publish exists in the system. You can do this by running a query or report that retrieves the data without any filters.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the data. If you suspect authorization issues, contact your SAP security administrator.
  Check for Data Updates: If the data is supposed to be updated regularly, ensure that the data load or update process has been completed successfully.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using specific transaction codes related to reporting or publishing (e.g., SAP BW, SAP Analytics Cloud).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the expected behavior and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.