How To Fix DH818 - Specify valid selection condition for &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DH - DD: Messages for search helps

• Message number: 818

• Message text: Specify valid selection condition for &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DH818 - Specify valid selection condition for & ?

  The SAP error message DH818 ("Specify valid selection condition for &") typically occurs when a user is trying to execute a report or transaction that requires a selection condition, but the condition provided is either missing, invalid, or not properly defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Selection Condition: The user did not specify any selection criteria when executing the report or transaction.
  Invalid Input: The input provided for the selection condition does not meet the expected format or criteria defined in the system.
  Field Not Defined: The field for which the selection condition is being specified may not be defined in the context of the report or transaction.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain fields or data, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that all required selection fields are filled out correctly. Review the input fields and make sure they contain valid values.
  Review Field Definitions: Verify that the fields you are trying to use for selection are valid and defined in the context of the report or transaction.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the documentation or help text associated with the report or transaction to understand the expected input format and requirements.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the data related to the selection conditions.
  Use Default Values: If applicable, try using default values or predefined selection criteria to see if the error persists.
  Contact Support: If the issue continues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or system administrator for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Identify the specific transaction code or report that triggered the error to narrow down the context.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message DH818.
  User Forums: Look for discussions in SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been addressed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DH818 error and successfully execute the desired report or transaction in SAP.