How To Fix UPB139 - No selection condition is entered for time characteristic &1 (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPB - BPS: Balance sheet planning messages

• Message number: 139

• Message text: No selection condition is entered for time characteristic &1 (&2)

What causes this issue?

For the time characteristic &v1& (&v2&) specified in the function, a
selection condition is neither entered in the level definition nor in
the package definition.

System Response

The calculation is not executed.

How to fix this error?

Enter either in the planning level or in the planning package a
selection for time characteristic &v1& (&v2&).

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPB139 - No selection condition is entered for time characteristic &1 (&2) ?

  The SAP error message UPB139 indicates that there is no selection condition entered for a time characteristic in a planning function or planning scenario. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) or SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) when a planning function is executed without the necessary time-related filters or conditions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Time Characteristics: The planning function requires a time characteristic (like fiscal year, period, etc.) to be specified, but none has been provided.
  Incorrect Configuration: The planning function or the planning model may not be correctly configured to include the necessary time characteristics.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the required time selection conditions when executing the planning function.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Planning Function Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration of the planning function in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the time characteristics are correctly defined and that they are included in the selection conditions.
  
  
  
  Enter Time Selection Conditions:
  
  When executing the planning function, make sure to enter the appropriate time selection conditions. This can usually be done in the selection screen where you specify the parameters for the planning function.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Model:
  
  If you are using a planning model, check that the time characteristics are included in the model and that they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific planning function you are using to understand the required parameters and how to set them up correctly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the planning function again to ensure that the error does not occur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like RSPLAN for planning functions or RSRT for reporting to check configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the UPB139 error.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the planning function has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the planning data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.