How To Fix /SCWM/PRINT053 - No data was selected from table /SCWM/PI_PPF

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PRINT -

• Message number: 053

• Message text: No data was selected from table /SCWM/PI_PPF

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PRINT053 - No data was selected from table /SCWM/PI_PPF ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PRINT053 No data was selected from table /SCWM/PI_PPF typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system when trying to print or generate a document, and the system cannot find any relevant data in the specified table.
  Cause:
  
  No Data in Table: The most straightforward cause is that there is no data in the /SCWM/PI_PPF table that matches the criteria for the print request.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used for fetching data might be too restrictive or incorrect, leading to no records being found.
  Missing Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the necessary settings for the print process are not properly defined.
  Document Not Created: The document you are trying to print may not have been created or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: There could be authorization issues preventing the system from accessing the required data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data in Table: Use transaction code SE11 or SE16 to check the contents of the /SCWM/PI_PPF table. Ensure that there are records present that meet the criteria for your print request.
  Review Selection Criteria: Verify the selection criteria used in the print program. Make sure they are set correctly to fetch the desired records.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings related to the print process in EWM. Ensure that all necessary settings are in place.
  Document Creation: Confirm that the document you are trying to print has been created successfully. If not, you may need to create it again.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data in the /SCWM/PI_PPF table.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the print program to identify where the data selection is failing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/PRNT for printing and /SCWM/PI_PPF for checking the print parameters.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or patches.
  Documentation: Review the SAP EWM documentation for more details on print processes and configuration settings.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message /SCWM/PRINT053 No data was selected from table /SCWM/PI_PPF.