How To Fix W#023 - No entries selected for each vendor and material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W# -

• Message number: 023

• Message text: No entries selected for each vendor and material

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W#023 - No entries selected for each vendor and material ?

  The SAP error message W#023 "No entries selected for each vendor and material" typically occurs in the context of purchasing or inventory management when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that requires data related to vendors and materials, but the system does not find any relevant entries to display.
  Causes:
  
  Data Absence: There may be no existing records for the specified vendor and material combination in the relevant tables (e.g., purchasing info records, material master data).
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the report or transaction may be too restrictive, leading to no results being returned.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data for the specified vendors or materials.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or issues in the master data that prevent the system from retrieving the necessary information.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in data retrieval.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Existence: Verify that there are indeed records for the specified vendor and material. You can do this by checking the relevant tables (e.g., MARA for material master, LFA1 for vendor master).
  Review Selection Criteria: Reassess the selection criteria used in the report or transaction. Ensure that they are not overly restrictive and that you are including the correct parameters.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Data Maintenance: If there are missing records, you may need to create or update the relevant vendor or material master data.
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect configuration issues, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the system is set up correctly for the relevant modules.
  Use Alternative Reports: If the issue persists, consider using alternative reports or transactions that may provide the needed information without encountering the same error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME1M (Purchasing Info Records), ME2L (Purchase Orders by Vendor), and ME2N (Purchase Orders by Material).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with (e.g., MM for Materials Management) to understand the data flow and dependencies.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further investigation.