How To Fix CBGLWI008 - Change the selection options for search criterion &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CBGLWI - Labeling Workbench Messages

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Change the selection options for search criterion &1

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to exclude one or more values for search criterion
&V1&. However, this is not possible.

System Response

The search is not executed.

How to fix this error?

Change the selection options for your search.

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 CBGLWI008 - Change the selection options for search criterion &1 ?

  The SAP error message CBGLWI008 typically occurs when there is an issue with the selection criteria used in a report or transaction, particularly when the criteria are too broad or not specific enough for the system to process the request. This error is often encountered in the context of reports or transactions that involve searching for specific data, such as in the context of worklists or other selection-based functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Too Broad Selection Criteria: The selection options provided are too broad, leading to an excessive number of records being returned, which the system cannot handle.
  Invalid or Incomplete Criteria: The criteria may be invalid or incomplete, causing the system to be unable to process the request.
  Performance Issues: The system may be configured to limit the number of records returned to prevent performance degradation.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Refine Selection Criteria: Modify the selection options to be more specific. This can include:
  
  Adding additional filters to narrow down the search.
  Using specific date ranges, statuses, or other relevant fields to limit the results.
  
  
  
  Check for Mandatory Fields: Ensure that all mandatory fields are filled in correctly. Missing required fields can lead to this error.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific transaction or report to understand the expected input and any limitations on the selection criteria.
  
  
  Test with Fewer Records: If possible, test the selection with a smaller dataset to see if the error persists. This can help identify if the issue is related to the volume of data being processed.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after refining the selection criteria, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes that involve worklists or data retrieval, such as transaction codes related to workflow management or reporting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling selection criteria.
  Performance Tuning: If this error is frequent, it may be worth investigating performance tuning options for the database or the specific report to handle larger datasets more effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CBGLWI008 error and successfully execute your desired transaction or report in SAP.