How To Fix 40850 - Enter at least one selection criterion


40850 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 40 - Messages for Process Orders

  • Message number: 850

  • Message text: Enter at least one selection criterion

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  • What causes this issue?

    You have not entered any selection criteria for process orders.

    System Response

    The system does not allow you to carry out a search without any search
    criteria or constraints.

    How to fix this error?

    If you want to see a list of all the process orders in the system, enter
    the search criterion '*' in a field.

    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 40850 - Enter at least one selection criterion ?
    The SAP error message "40850 - Enter at least one selection criterion" typically occurs when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires specific selection criteria, but none have been provided. This error is a prompt from the system indicating that it cannot proceed without at least one valid input.
    
    Cause: No Input Provided: The most common cause is that the user has not entered any selection criteria in the input fields of the report or transaction. Mandatory Fields: Certain fields may be mandatory for the execution of the report, and if they are left blank, the system will trigger this error. Incorrect Navigation: Sometimes, users may navigate to a report or transaction without properly setting up the necessary parameters.
    Solution: Enter Selection Criteria: Ensure that you fill in at least one of the required selection fields before executing the report or transaction. This could include fields like date ranges, document numbers, or

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