How To Fix WB851 - Data for selection variant &1 of info structure &2 is not complete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB - Messages for assortment list

• Message number: 851

• Message text: Data for selection variant &1 of info structure &2 is not complete

What causes this issue?

Data is not available in the appropriate info system for all plants in
the selection variant that you have entered.
Data is missing for at least one plant in the relevant info structure.

System Response

The system continues with processing but the relevant data do not exist
in full in the selection.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the relevant data in the system or change your
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_OE_EG_WL_0224>selection variants</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB851 - Data for selection variant &1 of info structure &2 is not complete ?

  The SAP error message WB851 indicates that the data for a selection variant of an info structure is incomplete. This typically occurs in the context of reporting or analysis where specific selection criteria are required to generate reports based on the info structure.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Missing Data: The selection variant specified does not have all the necessary data fields filled out. This could be due to incomplete configuration or missing entries in the info structure.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The info structure may not be properly configured, leading to missing or incorrect selection variants.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data related to the specified selection variant.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the underlying data that prevent the selection variant from being processed correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WB851 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Selection Variant: Go to the selection variant in question and ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., MC.9 for info structure analysis) and reviewing the selection variant settings.
  
  
  Review Info Structure Configuration: Verify the configuration of the info structure. Ensure that all necessary fields and settings are correctly defined. You can check this in the customizing settings (transaction SPRO) under the relevant logistics area.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run a consistency check on the data in the info structure. This can help identify any missing or inconsistent data that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the info structure and the associated selection variant. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  Recreate Selection Variant: If the selection variant is corrupted or incorrectly set up, consider recreating it from scratch.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on the specific info structure and selection variant you are working with.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MC.9 (for info structure analysis) and SPRO (for configuration).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the specific info structure or selection variant you are using, as there may be known issues or patches available.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the WB851 error in SAP.