How To Fix BV116 - Selection option for the period can only include intervals to "include"


BV116 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: BV - Customer Measurement

  • Message number: 116

  • Message text: Selection option for the period can only include intervals to "include"

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  • What causes this issue?

    An interval to exclude was specified in the select option for the
    period. However, only intervals to include in the selection can be
    specified.

    System Response

    The system terminates the application measurement.

    How to fix this error?

    You can restart the application measurement.

    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 BV116 - Selection option for the period can only include intervals to "include" ?
    The SAP error message BV116, which states "Selection option for the period can only include intervals to 'include'," typically occurs when there is an issue with the way date intervals are defined in a selection screen for a report or transaction. This error is often related to the selection criteria for date ranges, particularly when using the "include" option for date intervals.
    
    Cause: Incorrect Interval Definition: The error usually arises when the selection criteria for a date range is not set correctly. For example, if you are trying to select a date range and have specified an interval that does not conform to the expected format or logic (e.g., using "exclude" instead of "include"). Inconsistent Date Formats: If the date formats used in the selection criteria are inconsistent or not recognized by the system, it can lead to this error. Missing or Incorrect Parameters: If required parameters for the selection are missing or incorrectly

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