How To Fix R$056 - No data records selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R$ -

• Message number: 056

• Message text: No data records selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R$056 - No data records selected ?

  The SAP error message R$056 "No data records selected" typically occurs when a report or transaction is executed, but the system does not find any data that meets the specified selection criteria. This can happen in various contexts, such as when running reports, executing queries, or processing data.
  Causes:
  
  
  Selection Criteria: The most common cause is that the selection criteria defined in the report or transaction do not match any existing records in the database. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect date ranges.
  Specific filters that exclude all records (e.g., specific customer IDs, material numbers, etc.).
  Using a combination of filters that results in no matching records.
  
  
  
  Data Availability: There may be no data available in the relevant tables for the specified criteria. This could be due to:
  
  Data not being entered or posted yet.
  Data being archived or deleted.
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view certain records, leading to the appearance of no data being available.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues such as database connectivity problems or issues with the report itself.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Check the selection criteria you have entered. Ensure that they are correct and that they should logically return data. Adjust the filters or date ranges as necessary.
  
  
  Check Data Availability: Verify that there is data in the relevant tables for the criteria you are using. You can do this by running a different report or transaction that accesses the same data without filters.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view the data. You may need to contact your SAP security team to verify your access rights.
  
  
  Test with Broader Criteria: Try running the report with broader selection criteria to see if any data is returned. This can help identify if the issue is with the specific criteria you are using.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Check the documentation for the specific report or transaction to understand the expected input and any known issues.
  
  
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or technical support for further assistance. They may be able to identify if there are any underlying technical issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using different transaction codes (e.g., SE38 for reports, ME2N for purchasing documents, etc.).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific report or transaction you are using.
  User Forums: SAP Community and other user forums can be helpful for finding similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the "No data records selected" error in SAP.