How To Fix CY168 - Please enter criteria for the work center selection first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CY - Capacity Requirements Planning

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Please enter criteria for the work center selection first

What causes this issue?

In the detailed work center selection, as well as for the selection of a
work center for the "operations at a work center" graphic, the system
generates a list of work centers using the entered criteria, from
which you can now select one or more work centers.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CY168 - Please enter criteria for the work center selection first ?

  The SAP error message CY168 ("Please enter criteria for the work center selection first") typically occurs in the context of production planning or capacity planning when a user attempts to execute a transaction or report that requires a selection of work centers, but no criteria have been specified.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of selection criteria for work centers in the transaction or report you are trying to execute. This can happen if:
  
  The selection screen is left blank.
  The user has not specified any filters or parameters for the work center selection.
  The system requires specific input fields to be filled out before proceeding.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Go back to the selection screen of the transaction or report you are using. Ensure that you have filled in the necessary fields for work center selection. This may include:
  
  Work center name or ID
  Plant
  Work center type
  Other relevant parameters
  
  
  
  Use Wildcards: If you are unsure of the exact work center names, you can use wildcards (e.g., *) to broaden your search criteria.
  
  
  Review Documentation: Check the documentation or help files for the specific transaction or report to understand what selection criteria are required.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or select work centers. Lack of permissions might prevent you from accessing certain data.
  
  
  Consult with IT Support: If you continue to experience issues, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP support team or IT department for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to production planning, such as C223 (Work Center), C201 (Capacity Planning), or others.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly use the selection screens in SAP to avoid missing required fields.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CY168 error and proceed with your work in SAP.