How To Fix PRF_CNTRL_MSG021 - No records selected for Ready 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: 021

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRF_CNTRL_MSG021 - No records selected for Ready for Publishing, Please select to proceed. ?

  The SAP error message PRF_CNTRL_MSG021 indicates that there are no records available for the "Ready for Publishing" status in the context of a publishing process, typically related to SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or similar modules. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to publish documents, materials, or other objects that are expected to be in a specific state.
  Causes:
  
  
  No Eligible Records: There are simply no records that meet the criteria for being "Ready for Publishing." This could be due to:
  
  The records have not been properly created or updated.
  The records are in a different status (e.g., Draft, In Review) and not yet marked as "Ready for Publishing."
  
  
  
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to filter records may be too restrictive, leading to no records being selected.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or publish the records.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity or configuration that prevent records from being marked as "Ready for Publishing."
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Record Status: Verify the status of the records you are trying to publish. Ensure that they are indeed marked as "Ready for Publishing." You may need to change their status if they are not.
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: If you are using specific filters or selection criteria, review them to ensure they are not overly restrictive. Adjust the criteria to broaden the search.
  
  
  Data Validation: Ensure that all required fields and data are correctly filled out in the records. Sometimes, missing mandatory information can prevent records from being published.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Confirm that you have the necessary permissions to access and publish the records. If not, contact your SAP administrator to obtain the required authorizations.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific module you are working with for additional guidance on the publishing process.
  
  
  System Logs: Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about why records are not being selected.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  Training and Documentation: Review any training materials or documentation related to the specific SAP module you are using to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.