How To Fix BCA_US_GENERAL008 - Incorrect selection criteria entered.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BCA_US_GENERAL - Message ID for North America specific modifications

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Incorrect selection criteria entered.

What causes this issue?

The selection criteria entered are incorrect, please note that to
identify bank checks,
1) You must enter valid Payment Order numbers. which have banck checks
issued against them,
2) The first number entered should be less than the second number,
3) The first number entered can not be blank or zero,
4) The second number entered can be blank for single bank check
selections.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Re-enter selection criteria in accordance with the above rules. Also
you may wish to double check the Payment order number entered by
looking at the account or via other standard PO lookup/search
transactions.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BCA_US_GENERAL008 - Incorrect selection criteria entered. ?

  The SAP error message BCA_US_GENERAL008 ("Incorrect selection criteria entered") typically occurs when the selection criteria provided in a transaction or report do not meet the expected format or requirements. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when running reports, executing transactions, or processing data in SAP.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Input Values: The selection criteria may contain invalid or unsupported values (e.g., incorrect date formats, invalid account numbers).
  Missing Required Fields: Some required fields may not have been filled out, leading to incomplete selection criteria.
  Data Type Mismatch: The input values may not match the expected data types (e.g., entering text where a number is expected).
  Logical Errors: The combination of selection criteria may be logically inconsistent or contradictory.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data, leading to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Input Values: Check all the selection criteria entered for any typos or incorrect formats. Ensure that all values conform to the expected formats.
  Fill Required Fields: Make sure that all mandatory fields are filled out correctly.
  Check Data Types: Ensure that the data types of the input values match the expected types (e.g., dates should be in the correct format).
  Logical Consistency: Review the logical relationships between the selection criteria to ensure they make sense together.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the relevant SAP documentation or help files for guidance on the expected selection criteria for the specific transaction or report.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data being queried.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes, depending on the context (e.g., reports, data entry screens).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the BCA_US_GENERAL008 error in SAP.