How To Fix /SCMB/TG_NACH040 - No Selection Available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/TG_NACH -

• Message number: 040

• Message text: No Selection Available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/TG_NACH040 - No Selection Available ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/TG_NACH040 No Selection Available typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or Supply Chain Management (SCM) modules. This error indicates that there are no available selections for the operation you are trying to perform, which could be due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  
  Data Availability: The most common cause is that there is no data available for the selection criteria you have specified. This could be due to:
  
  No relevant planning data exists for the selected time period.
  Filters applied in the selection criteria are too restrictive.
  The data has not been loaded or has been deleted.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the selection of data. This could include:
  
  Incorrect settings in the planning book or data view.
  Missing or incorrect master data (e.g., materials, locations).
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data, leading to the error.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database or the application server.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Availability:
  
  Verify that the relevant data exists for the selected criteria. You can do this by checking the underlying data in the database or using transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 to view the planning data.
  Ensure that the time period you are selecting has data available.
  
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria:
  
  Review and adjust the selection criteria to ensure they are not too restrictive. Try broadening the filters to see if data becomes available.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Check the configuration of the planning book or data view to ensure it is set up correctly. This includes verifying that the key figures and characteristics are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Technical Troubleshooting:
  
  If the issue persists, consider checking for any technical issues in the system. This may involve looking at system logs or consulting with your SAP Basis team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO/SCM that can help you analyze and troubleshoot data issues.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.