How To Fix /SAPMP/PUR009 - No records were selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPMP/PUR -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: No records were selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPMP/PUR009 - No records were selected ?

  The SAP error message /SAPMP/PUR009 No records were selected typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions, when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that requires data retrieval but finds no matching records in the database.
  Causes:
  
  
  Selection Criteria: The most common cause is that the selection criteria specified in the report or transaction do not match any existing records. This could be due to incorrect date ranges, vendor numbers, material numbers, or other filters applied.
  
  
  Data Availability: There may simply be no data available in the system for the specified criteria. This could happen if no purchase orders or requisitions have been created for the selected parameters.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view certain records, leading to the appearance of no records being available.
  
  
  Data Deletion: Records may have been deleted or archived, which would also result in no records being found.
  
  
  System Issues: There could be temporary issues with the SAP system, such as database connectivity problems or inconsistencies in the data.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review and adjust the selection criteria to ensure they are correct. Make sure that the date ranges, document types, and other filters are set appropriately.
  
  
  Verify Data Existence: Check if there are any records in the database that meet the criteria. You can do this by using broader selection criteria or checking directly in the relevant transaction codes (e.g., ME23N for purchase orders).
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view the records. This may involve checking with a system administrator or security team.
  
  
  Consult with IT Support: If you suspect a system issue, contact your IT support team to investigate any potential problems with the SAP system.
  
  
  Review Archiving Settings: If records have been archived, consult with your SAP Basis team to understand the archiving settings and whether the records can be retrieved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order), ME5A (List of Purchase Requisitions), and ME2N (Purchase Orders by PO Number) to check for existing records.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP's support portal can provide additional insights.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to purchasing processes to understand the expected behavior and data flow.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the /SAPMP/PUR009 No records were selected error message.