How To Fix /SAPDMC/LSMW019 - No values could be found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPDMC/LSMW -

• Message number: 019

• Message text: No values could be found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPDMC/LSMW019 - No values could be found ?

  The SAP error message /SAPDMC/LSMW019 No values could be found typically occurs in the context of using the Legacy System Migration Workbench (LSMW) in SAP. This error indicates that the system could not find any values for the specified fields during the data migration process. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Source Data: The source file or database from which you are trying to migrate data may not contain the expected values or may be empty.
  Mapping Issues: The field mappings in the LSMW project may not be correctly defined, leading to a mismatch between the source data and the target fields in SAP.
  Selection Criteria: If you are using selection criteria to filter the data, it may be too restrictive, resulting in no records being found.
  Data Format Issues: The format of the data in the source file may not match the expected format in SAP, causing the system to fail to recognize the values.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations may prevent the system from accessing the required data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Source Data: Verify that the source data file or database contains the expected values. Ensure that the data is not empty and is formatted correctly.
  Review Field Mappings: Go through the field mappings in your LSMW project to ensure that they are correctly defined and correspond to the correct fields in both the source and target systems.
  Adjust Selection Criteria: If you are using selection criteria, consider relaxing them to ensure that you are not filtering out all the records.
  Validate Data Formats: Ensure that the data types and formats in the source file match the expected formats in SAP. For example, check for date formats, numeric formats, etc.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the data you are trying to migrate. Consult with your SAP security team if needed.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using debugging tools in SAP to trace the execution and identify where the values are not being found.
  
  Related Information:
  
  LSMW Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation on LSMW for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.