How To Fix AQ532 - Enter a reference field for the selection criterion

AQ532 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQ - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 532

• Message text: Enter a reference field for the selection criterion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQ532 - Enter a reference field for the selection criterion ?

  The SAP error message AQ532, which states "Enter a reference field for the selection criterion," typically occurs in the context of using selection criteria in reports or transactions where a reference field is required but not provided. This error is often encountered in various SAP modules, particularly in reporting or data selection scenarios.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A selection criterion is defined in a report or transaction, but the required reference field is missing.
  The system expects a specific field to be filled in order to process the selection criteria correctly.
  The user may have overlooked entering a mandatory field or may have entered an invalid selection.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AQ532 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you have entered. Ensure that all required fields, especially the reference fields, are filled in correctly.
  
  
  Identify Required Fields: Look for any documentation or help text associated with the report or