How To Fix HRPAO_SEARCH032 - Field &1 cannot be used as a selection field

HRPAO_SEARCH032 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAO_SEARCH - Messages for SEARCH within masterdata application

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Field &1 cannot be used as a selection field

What causes this issue?

The specified field type cannot be used as a selection field.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Specify an infotype field or a standard additional field.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

HRPAO_SEARCH032 - Details

• The SAP error message HRPAO_SEARCH032 indicates that a specific field (denoted as &1 in the message) cannot be used as a selection field in the context of a search or query operation within the SAP HR (Human Resources) module. This error typically arises when the system is unable to process the field as a valid selection criterion due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Field Configuration: The field may not be configured as a selection field in the relevant data model or infotype. Some fields are not intended to be used for selection purposes.
  Data Type Issues: The field may have a data type that is incompatible with selection operations.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the field in a selection context.
  Field Status Group: The field might be part of a field status group that restricts its use in selection screens.
  Technical Restrictions: Certain fields are inherently restricted from being used