How To Fix R8201 - No valid entry found according to the selection criteria

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R8 - Messages from the meta data generation

• Message number: 201

• Message text: No valid entry found according to the selection criteria

What causes this issue?

Due to the selection restrictions that you chose no transfer structure
could be determined.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check your selection entries.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R8201 - No valid entry found according to the selection criteria ?

  The SAP error message R8201 "No valid entry found according to the selection criteria" typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that requires specific data entries, but the system cannot find any entries that match the criteria specified in the selection screen.
  Causes:
  
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The most common cause is that the selection criteria entered by the user do not match any existing records in the database. This could be due to incorrect dates, missing key fields, or other filters that exclude all available data.
  
  
  Data Not Yet Created: The data that the user is trying to access may not have been created yet. For example, if the user is looking for sales orders, there may be no sales orders created for the specified period.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data, which can lead to the system not displaying any entries.
  
  
  Data Deletion: The data that was previously available may have been deleted or archived, leading to no valid entries being found.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that affect the visibility of certain data.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Double-check the selection criteria entered in the report or transaction. Ensure that the fields are filled out correctly and that the values are valid.
  
  
  Broaden the Criteria: If possible, try to broaden the selection criteria to see if any data can be retrieved. For example, remove date filters or other restrictive parameters.
  
  
  Check Data Existence: Verify that the data you are trying to access actually exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant tables or using other reports.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data. This may require coordination with the SAP security team.
  
  
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your IT support team or SAP Basis team to investigate further, especially if there are configuration or data integrity issues.
  
  
  Check for Data Archiving: If data has been archived, you may need to access the archived data or adjust the selection criteria to include archived records if applicable.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the error, you may be using specific transaction codes (e.g., ME2N for purchase orders, VA05 for sales orders, etc.).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific transaction or report you are using.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the expected behavior and data requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the R8201 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.