How To Fix CMCB_MSG466 - Enter a valid selection criterion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMCB_MSG - Cash Budgeting Message Class

• Message number: 466

• Message text: Enter a valid selection criterion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMCB_MSG466 - Enter a valid selection criterion ?

  The SAP error message CMCB_MSG466, which states "Enter a valid selection criterion," typically occurs in the context of SAP BusinessObjects or SAP Crystal Reports when a user is trying to execute a report or query but has not provided a valid or complete selection criterion for filtering the data.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Input: The user may not have filled in all required fields in the selection criteria.
  Invalid Values: The values entered in the selection criteria may not match the expected format or may not exist in the database.
  Data Type Mismatch: The selection criteria may be expecting a specific data type (e.g., numeric, date) and the input does not match that type.
  Empty Fields: Required fields may be left empty, leading to the error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the report configuration or the underlying data source.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that all required fields in the selection criteria are filled out correctly.
  Validate Values: Make sure that the values entered are valid and exist in the database. For example, if filtering by a date, ensure the date is in the correct format.
  Data Type Verification: Confirm that the data types of the input values match the expected types in the database.
  Review Report Configuration: Check the report settings and ensure that the selection criteria are correctly configured.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on the selection criteria for the report you are running.
  Test with Default Values: If possible, try running the report with default or known valid values to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP BusinessObjects Documentation: Check the official SAP documentation for BusinessObjects or Crystal Reports for more detailed information on selection criteria and error handling.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it seems to be a configuration or system issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the CMCB_MSG466 error.