How To Fix R$081 - No selection possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R$ -

• Message number: 081

• Message text: No selection possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R$081 - No selection possible ?

  The SAP error message R$081 "No selection possible" typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that requires a selection criteria, but the system cannot find any valid data to process based on the provided criteria. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  No Data Available: The most common reason is that there is no data in the database that matches the selection criteria specified by the user.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The user may have entered incorrect or overly restrictive selection criteria, leading to no available records.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data, resulting in the system not being able to display any records.
  Data Deletion: The data that was previously available may have been deleted or archived.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the report or transaction that prevent it from accessing the necessary data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you have entered. Ensure that they are correct and not too restrictive. Try broadening the criteria to see if any data is returned.
  Verify Data Availability: Check the underlying database tables to confirm that there is data available that meets the selection criteria. You can use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to view the data in the relevant tables.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the data. You may need to contact your SAP security team to verify your access rights.
  Consult with IT Support: If you suspect that data has been deleted or if there are configuration issues, reach out to your IT support team or SAP Basis team for assistance.
  Review Report Configuration: If you are a developer or have access to the report configuration, check if there are any issues with the report settings or logic that could be causing the problem.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE16 (Data Browser), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and ST22 (Dump Analysis) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific report or transaction you are using to understand its requirements and limitations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the R$081 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.