How To Fix >0217 - Selection type &1 not defined, please correct

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >0 - General Basis texts

• Message number: 217

• Message text: Selection type &1 not defined, please correct

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >0217 - Selection type &1 not defined, please correct ?

  The SAP error message "0217 Selection type &1 not defined, please correct" typically occurs when there is an issue with the selection criteria in a report or transaction. This error indicates that the selection type specified (represented by &1) is not recognized or defined in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Selection Type: The selection type specified in the report or transaction does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The selection type may not have been configured properly in the system.
  Custom Development: If the report or transaction is custom-developed, there may be a coding error or missing configuration related to the selection type.
  Transport Issues: If the selection type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Selection Type: Verify the selection type being used. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and exists in the system.
  Configuration: If you have access, check the configuration settings for selection types in the relevant module. This may involve looking into customizing settings in SPRO.
  Review Custom Code: If the error arises from a custom report or transaction, review the ABAP code to ensure that the selection type is defined and handled correctly.
  Transport Request: If the selection type was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported. You may need to re-import or activate the transport.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific module or transaction to understand the expected selection types.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may want to check transaction codes related to the specific module where the error occurs.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message.
  Debugging: If you have the necessary permissions, you can debug the program to identify where the selection type is being called and why it is not defined.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.