How To Fix RW019 - No clear document selection possible for changing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RW - Interface to Accounting

• Message number: 019

• Message text: No clear document selection possible for changing

What causes this issue?

Either the customer, the vendor or the original line item must be
transferred when selecting documents for changing.
More than one specification was made in this case.

System Response

No clear document selection possible.

How to fix this error?

This is a system error of the application which was called up. Contact
SAP directly.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RW019 - No clear document selection possible for changing ?

  The SAP error message RW019 ("No clear document selection possible for changing") typically occurs when you attempt to change or process a document in SAP that cannot be uniquely identified or selected for modification. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with financial documents, purchase orders, or other transactional data.
  Causes:
  
  Multiple Documents: The system may find multiple documents that match the selection criteria, making it unclear which document you intend to change.
  Document Status: The document you are trying to change may be in a status that does not allow modifications (e.g., it may be locked, already posted, or in a closed period).
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to identify the document may be too broad or not specific enough, leading to ambiguity.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to change the document, which can sometimes lead to misleading error messages.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Refine Selection Criteria: Ensure that your selection criteria are specific enough to uniquely identify the document you want to change. This may involve adding additional filters or parameters.
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document you are trying to change. If it is locked or in a closed period, you may need to unlock it or wait until it can be modified.
  Use Document Number: If possible, use the specific document number to directly access the document instead of relying on broader selection criteria.
  Review Authorizations: Check your user authorizations to ensure you have the necessary permissions to change the document. If not, contact your SAP administrator to request the required access.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes, such as FB02 (Change Document), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), etc.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., FI, MM) for additional context on document handling and modification rules.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RW019 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.