How To Fix QP072 - No use exists for the selection criteria you entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QP - Message IDs for function module group QPAA

• Message number: 072

• Message text: No use exists for the selection criteria you entered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QP072 - No use exists for the selection criteria you entered ?

  The SAP error message QP072 ("No use exists for the selection criteria you entered") typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to execute a transaction or report that requires specific selection criteria, but the criteria you provided do not match any existing records in the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The most common cause is that the selection criteria you entered do not correspond to any existing data in the database. This could be due to:
  
  Typographical errors in the input fields.
  Using filters that are too restrictive.
  Selecting a date range or other parameters that do not match any records.
  
  
  
  Data Not Available: The data you are trying to access may not exist in the system. For example, if you are looking for inspection lots or quality notifications that have not been created or have been deleted.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view certain data, leading to the impression that no data exists.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Double-check the input values for any typographical errors. Ensure that the criteria you are using are correct and relevant to the data you are trying to retrieve.
  
  
  Broaden Filters: If you are using multiple filters, try removing some of them or broadening the criteria to see if any records can be retrieved.
  
  
  Check Data Availability: Verify that the data you are trying to access actually exists. You can do this by checking the relevant tables or using other reports to see if the data is present.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the data. If you suspect an authorization issue, contact your SAP security team to verify your access rights.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific transaction or report you are using to ensure you understand the required selection criteria.
  
  
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, it may be worth checking with your SAP Basis or functional team to ensure that the system is configured correctly and that there are no underlying issues affecting data retrieval.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to Quality Management, such as QA32 (Display Inspection Lots), QA33 (Display Quality Notifications), etc.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message QP072.
  User Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.