How To Fix SH013 - No values have been selected for this entry field

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SH - SAPhelp messages

• Message number: 013

• Message text: No values have been selected for this entry field

What causes this issue?

No values have yet been selected for this input field.

System Response

No already selected values can be displayed.

How to fix this error?

Before selected values can be displayed, one or more values must
be selected.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SH013 - No values have been selected for this entry field ?

  The SAP error message SH013 ("No values have been selected for this entry field") typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a transaction or report that requires input in a specific field, but no valid values have been selected or entered for that field. This can happen in various contexts, such as when using selection screens, input fields, or dropdowns in SAP.
  Causes:
  
  Empty Selection Field: The user has not selected any value from a dropdown or has left an input field blank that is mandatory for the transaction.
  Invalid Input: The input provided does not match any of the valid values expected by the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select certain values.
  Data Issues: The underlying data may not exist or may have been deleted, leading to no available options for selection.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration problem in the SAP system that affects the availability of values in the selection field.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly. If a dropdown is present, make sure to select a valid option.
  Review Valid Values: If applicable, check the list of valid values for the field. You can often do this by clicking on the dropdown arrow next to the field.
  Authorization Check: Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to access the values in the field. If not, contact your SAP administrator.
  Data Verification: Check if the data you are trying to access exists in the system. You may need to consult with your data management team.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant SAP documentation or help files related to the transaction or report you are using for additional guidance.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to the error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error can occur in various transaction codes, so identifying the specific transaction can help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this issue.
  User Training: Sometimes, user training on how to properly use selection screens can help prevent this error from occurring in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SH013 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.