How To Fix >REP046 - Selection &1 contains no restriction for field &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >REP -

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Selection &1 contains no restriction for field &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >REP046 - Selection &1 contains no restriction for field &2 ?

  The SAP error message REP046 indicates that a selection criterion in a report does not contain any restrictions for a specific field. This typically occurs when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires certain selection parameters, but the parameters provided do not filter any data for the specified field.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Selection Criteria: The field specified in the error message does not have any values or restrictions set in the selection screen.
  Incorrect Field Usage: The field may not be relevant for the report you are trying to run, or it may not be populated in the database for the selected criteria.
  Data Availability: There may be no data available in the database that meets the criteria set for the report.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Go back to the selection screen of the report and ensure that you have entered valid values for the field mentioned in the error message. Make sure that the field is not left blank.
  Review Field Relevance: Verify if the field is relevant for the report you are executing. If it is not necessary, you may be able to remove it from the selection criteria.
  Data Verification: Check the underlying data in the database to ensure that there are records that meet the criteria you are trying to apply. You can do this by running a simple query or using transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to view the data in the relevant table.
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation or help files related to the report to understand the expected input for the selection fields.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the report, you may want to check the transaction codes associated with it to understand its functionality better.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to the specific report or transaction you are using. Sometimes, there are known issues or updates that can resolve such errors.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the data related to the field in question.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a functional consultant who specializes in the specific module related to the report.