How To Fix HRPIQ00SELMETHODS005 - Selection method group &2 does not contain any selection methods

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQ00SELMETHODS - Messages for Selection Methods

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Selection method group &2 does not contain any selection methods

What causes this issue?

Selection method group &V2& (technical key: &V1&) does not contain any
selection methods.

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?

Check the settings for selection method group &V2&, or contact your
system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Assign selection method group &V2& (&V1&) the required selection
methods.
Determine if the <DS:GLOS.5C733369F735D311AE620060B03C9BBE>BAdI
</>implementations of the selection methods are active.
Determine if the BAdI implementations support the object type of
selection method group &V2&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQ00SELMETHODS005 - Selection method group &2 does not contain any selection methods ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQ00SELMETHODS005 indicates that the selection method group specified (denoted as &2 in the error message) does not contain any selection methods. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP HR (Human Resources) or SAP Student Lifecycle Management (SLCM) when trying to execute a selection process that relies on a defined selection method group.
  Cause:
  
  Empty Selection Method Group: The selection method group you are trying to use has not been populated with any selection methods. This could be due to configuration issues or oversight during setup.
  Incorrect Configuration: The selection method group may have been incorrectly configured or may not have been assigned properly in the relevant settings.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the selection methods may not have been transferred correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Selection Method Group Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the selection method group in the SAP system.
  Verify that the selection method group specified in the error message is correctly set up and contains valid selection methods.
  
  
  
  Add Selection Methods:
  
  If the selection method group is empty, you will need to add the necessary selection methods. This can typically be done in the customizing settings of the SAP system.
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., SPRO) and find the section for defining selection methods under the HR or SLCM module.
  
  
  
  Review Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the selection method group is correctly assigned to the relevant processes or applications that require it.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) to access the configuration settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring selection methods and groups.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in HR or SLCM modules.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.