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How To Fix UCR0238 - Selection of totals and selection of documents are not identical


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: UCR0 - Messages for Reporting of Transaction Data

  • Message number: 238

  • Message text: Selection of totals and selection of documents are not identical

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  • What causes this issue?

    You have restricted the selection for documents by using fields
    (characteristics) for the selection that exist only in the ODS object
    for journal entries. These fields cannot be used for the selection of
    totals records. Therefore, the selection for journal entries might
    return less data.
    Example:
    You have restricted the selection with the <LS>Posting Date</> field,
    among others. In this case, if documents were posted on dates that are
    not contained in the selection (of posting dates), the selection on
    journal entries returns the documents that were posted on those dates.
    However, the selection of totals records returns the totals for the
    documents posted on all dates.

    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?

    Procedure for System Administrators


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCR0238 - Selection of totals and selection of documents are not identical ?

    The SAP error message UCR0238, which states "Selection of totals and selection of documents are not identical," typically occurs in the context of reporting or data extraction processes where there is a mismatch between the selection criteria for totals and the selection criteria for documents.

    Cause:

    This error arises when the selection parameters for the totals (aggregated data) do not match the selection parameters for the documents (detailed data). For example, if you are trying to generate a report that summarizes data (totals) but the criteria used to filter that summary do not align with the criteria used to filter the detailed documents, SAP will throw this error.

    Common Causes Include:

    1. Different Selection Criteria: The filters applied to the totals and the documents are not the same. For instance, if you are filtering by a specific date range for totals but using a different date range for documents.
    2. Inconsistent Data Sources: The totals may be derived from a different set of data than the documents, leading to discrepancies.
    3. Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the report or data extraction process that are not aligned.

    Solution:

    To resolve the UCR0238 error, you can take the following steps:

    1. Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria for both the totals and the documents. Ensure that they are identical. This includes checking date ranges, company codes, document types, and any other filters applied.

    2. Adjust Report Settings: If you are using a report or transaction that allows for customization, adjust the settings to ensure that the selection criteria for both totals and documents match.

    3. Review Data Sources: Ensure that both the totals and documents are being pulled from the same data source or that the data sources are compatible.

    4. Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for the specific report or transaction you are using. There may be specific guidelines or known issues related to the error.

    5. Test with Simplified Criteria: If you are unable to identify the issue, try running the report with simplified or broader selection criteria to see if the error persists. This can help isolate the problem.

    6. Contact SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to reporting, such as those used for financial reporting, sales reporting, or inventory management.
    • SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
    • User Forums: SAP community forums and user groups can be valuable resources for finding solutions to common errors and sharing experiences with other users.

    By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the UCR0238 error in SAP.

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