How To Fix RSDME213 - No fields have been selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDME -

• Message number: 213

• Message text: No fields have been selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDME213 - No fields have been selected ?

  The SAP error message RSDME213 ("No fields have been selected") typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to execute a query or a report, and no fields have been selected for the output. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when creating or modifying queries in the Query Designer or when executing a report.
  Cause:
  
  No Fields Selected: The most straightforward cause is that you have not selected any fields (characteristics or key figures) in your query or report.
  Query Design Issues: There may be issues in the query design, such as missing or incorrectly configured InfoObjects.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view certain fields, leading to them not being selectable.
  Data Source Issues: The underlying data source may not have any fields available due to configuration or data loading issues.
  
  Solution:
  
  Select Fields: Ensure that you have selected at least one field (characteristic or key figure) in your query. Open the Query Designer and add the necessary fields to the query.
  Check Query Design: Review the query design to ensure that all required InfoObjects are included and correctly configured. Make sure that the InfoObjects are active and available for use.
  Review Authorizations: Check the user’s authorizations to ensure they have access to the required InfoObjects. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Data Source Verification: Ensure that the data source (e.g., InfoProvider) has data loaded and that the fields you are trying to access are available. You can check this in the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  Rebuild the Query: If the issue persists, consider rebuilding the query from scratch to ensure that there are no hidden issues in the design.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSRT (to execute queries) or RSA1 (to access the Data Warehousing Workbench) to troubleshoot further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for RSDME213 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP BW documentation for best practices in query design and troubleshooting common issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSDME213 error and successfully execute your queries or reports in SAP BW.