How To Fix S3209 - Selection deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S3 - Transaction for processing logical databases

• Message number: 209

• Message text: Selection deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S3209 - Selection deleted ?

  The SAP error message S3209 "Selection deleted" typically occurs in the context of selection screens or reports when a user tries to execute a report or transaction that has a selection variant that has been deleted or is no longer available. This can happen for various reasons, such as changes in the configuration, deletion of the selection variant by another user, or issues with user authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Selection Variant: The selection variant that the report or transaction is trying to use has been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the selection variant.
  Transport Issues: If the selection variant was transported from one system to another, it may not have been included in the transport request.
  System Configuration Changes: Changes in the system configuration or updates may have affected the availability of the selection variant.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Selection Variants: 
  
  Go to the transaction or report where the error occurred.
  Check if the selection variant is still available. You can do this by navigating to the selection screen and looking for the variant in the dropdown list.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Selection Variant: 
  
  If the selection variant has been deleted, you may need to recreate it. This can be done by setting the desired selection criteria and saving it as a new variant.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the selection variant. This may require checking with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team: 
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis team to check for any transport issues or system configuration changes that may have affected the selection variant.
  
  
  
  Review Change Logs: 
  
  If possible, review change logs to see if any recent changes were made to the selection variants or related configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SE93 (Transaction Codes) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  User Documentation: Refer to user documentation or training materials for guidance on managing selection variants in SAP.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.