How To Fix SN405 - Choose a field (today, yesterday, ...)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SN - ABAP/4 dump analysis messages

• Message number: 405

• Message text: Choose a field (today, yesterday, ...)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SN405 - Choose a field (today, yesterday, ...) ?

  The SAP error message SN405 ("Choose a field (today, yesterday, ...)") typically occurs when a user is trying to execute a function or transaction that requires a date selection, but the system is unable to determine the appropriate date field to use. This can happen in various contexts, such as when filtering data in reports or when entering date parameters in selection screens.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Date Field: The selection screen or report may not have a date field defined, or the field may not be properly configured.
  Incorrect Input: The user may have entered an invalid or unsupported date format or value.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the report or transaction that is causing the date field to be unrecognized.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain date fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Fields: Ensure that the selection screen or report has the appropriate date fields available. If you are developing or customizing a report, make sure that the date fields are correctly defined in the selection criteria.
  Input Validation: Verify that you are entering the date in the correct format. SAP typically uses the format YYYYMMDD for date inputs.
  Review Configuration: If you are a developer or have access to configuration settings, check the settings for the report or transaction to ensure that date fields are properly configured.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the required fields. If you suspect an authorization issue, contact your SAP security administrator.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this issue. Sometimes, specific errors are documented with solutions or workarounds in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the specific transaction or report you are using to understand the expected input and configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to date selection, such as SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SE80 (Object Navigator), if you are involved in development.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.