How To Fix SCPR197 - There are no change documents for the selection criteria

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCPR - BC Sets

• Message number: 197

• Message text: There are no change documents for the selection criteria

What causes this issue?

There are no BC Set change documents for the specified selection
criteria.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Choose new selection criteria with "New Selection".

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCPR197 - There are no change documents for the selection criteria ?

  The SAP error message SCPR197, which states "There are no change documents for the selection criteria," typically occurs when you are trying to view change documents in the SAP system, but the system cannot find any records that match the criteria you have specified.
  Cause:
  
  No Change Documents Exist: The most straightforward reason for this error is that there are simply no change documents available for the specified selection criteria (e.g., date range, object type, user, etc.).
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The criteria you have entered may not match any existing change documents. This could be due to incorrect dates, object types, or other filters.
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the change documents, leading to the perception that no documents exist.
  Data Archiving: Change documents may have been archived, and the current selection criteria do not include archived data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Selection Criteria: Double-check the selection criteria you are using. Ensure that the date range, object type, and any other filters are set correctly.
  Broaden the Search: If you are using specific filters, try broadening your search criteria to see if any change documents exist without those filters.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view change documents. You may need to consult with your SAP security team if you suspect authorization issues.
  Review Archiving Settings: If you suspect that change documents may have been archived, check the archiving settings and see if you can access archived data or if you need to adjust your criteria to include archived documents.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on how to properly use the change document functionality.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes that deal with change documents, such as SCDO (Change Document Overview) or others related to specific modules.
  Change Document Objects: Different SAP modules have different change document objects. Make sure you are looking in the right context (e.g., material master, customer master).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this issue or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.