How To Fix BA190 - Specify the search criterion in full

BA190 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BA - Data Archiving

• Message number: 190

• Message text: Specify the search criterion in full

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BA190 - Specify the search criterion in full ?

  The SAP error message BA190, which states "Specify the search criterion in full," typically occurs in the context of business application processes where a search or query is being executed, but the input criteria provided by the user is incomplete or insufficient for the system to process the request.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Input: The user has not filled in all the required fields or parameters needed for the search.
  Invalid Search Criteria: The criteria provided may not match the expected format or may be invalid.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the search function or the underlying data model.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access certain data, leading to incomplete search results.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Complete the Input Fields: Ensure that all mandatory fields are filled out completely. Check for any asterisks (*) or indicators that denote required fields.
  Check Input Format: Verify that the input values conform to the expected