How To Fix DB772 - Selection criterion "&1" contains an invalid selection line

DB772 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DB - Messages for logical databases and background processing

• Message number: 772

• Message text: Selection criterion "&1" contains an invalid selection line

What causes this issue?

Although selections exist for the selection criterion "&V1&", they can
be processed neither on the selection screen nor on the 'Multiple
selection' screen because of restrictions in the application program.
The line in question has the sign "&V2&" (field SIGN) which is not
allowed on the main selection screen. 'Multiple selection' is not
allowed for &V1&.
There is probably an error in the application program.

System Response

The processing had to be terminated.

How to fix this error?

Contact either the developer responsible for the program or your SAP
consultant.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB772 - Selection criterion "&1" contains an invalid selection line ?

  The SAP error message DB772, which states "Selection criterion '&1' contains an invalid selection line," typically occurs when there is an issue with the selection criteria specified in a database query or report. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when using transaction codes that involve database selections, like SE16, SE11, or custom reports.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Selection Criteria: The selection criteria specified may contain invalid characters, incorrect field names, or formats that the database does not recognize.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the selection criteria may not match the expected data type of the field in the database.
  Empty or Null Values: If the selection criteria are empty or null, it can lead to this error.
  Incorrect Logical Operators: Using incorrect logical operators (like AND, OR) or syntax errors in the selection criteria can also trigger this error.
  Field Not Available: The field specified in the selection criteria may not exist in