How To Fix S1266 - No selection made. Nothing changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S1 - Statistik / SAP-Monitor

• Message number: 266

• Message text: No selection made. Nothing changed

What causes this issue?

Nothing has been selected

System Response

None

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S1266 - No selection made. Nothing changed ?

  The SAP error message S1266 "No selection made. Nothing changed" typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a transaction or report without making any selections or changes in the selection screen. This message indicates that the system did not receive any input to process, which is why it cannot proceed with the operation.
  Cause:
  
  No Input Provided: The user did not enter any selection criteria in the selection screen.
  Default Values: If the selection screen is set up with default values that do not lead to any records being selected, the system may interpret this as no selection being made.
  Filters: If filters are applied that result in no data being available, the system may also trigger this message.
  User Error: The user may have overlooked entering necessary parameters or may have pressed the execute button without making any selections.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Selection Criteria: Ensure that you fill in the required fields on the selection screen before executing the transaction or report.
  Check Default Values: Review any default values that may be set on the selection screen and adjust them if necessary.
  Review Filters: If there are any filters applied, check to see if they are too restrictive and modify them to allow for data retrieval.
  Re-execute: After making the necessary selections, re-execute the transaction or report.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes, especially those that involve reporting or data retrieval.
  User Training: Providing training to users on how to properly use selection screens can help reduce the occurrence of this error.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation or help resources for specific transaction codes to understand the required fields and selection criteria.
  Debugging: If the error persists despite making selections, consider debugging the transaction or checking for any custom code that might be affecting the selection process.
  
  If the issue continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or check SAP community forums for additional insights.