How To Fix MILL025 - Selection criteria do not exist or are invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MILL - Messages in IS Mill Products

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Selection criteria do not exist or are invalid

What causes this issue?

To find objects by characteristics, you should specify selection
criteria. No characteristics with values were transferred to the
<LS>find object</> function.

System Response

The system cannot search for objects.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the call function for finding objects. It is possible that no
values were assigned to characteristics, or that the find object
function was not called correctly.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MILL025 - Selection criteria do not exist or are invalid ?

  The SAP error message MILL025: Selection criteria do not exist or are invalid typically occurs in the context of the SAP Materials Management (MM) module, particularly when dealing with the selection of data in reports or transactions related to material management, inventory, or production planning.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Selection Criteria: The selection criteria you have entered may not match any existing records in the database. This could be due to incorrect values, such as invalid material numbers, plant codes, or other parameters.
  Missing Data: The data you are trying to access may not exist in the system. For example, if you are trying to filter by a specific material type that has not been defined or does not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view certain data, leading to the perception that the selection criteria are invalid.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the relevant modules or settings in SAP that prevent the selection criteria from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Verify that all selection criteria entered are correct and exist in the system. Double-check material numbers, plant codes, and any other parameters.
  Review Data Availability: Ensure that the data you are trying to access is available in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant tables or using other reports to see if the data exists.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the data. If you suspect an authorization issue, contact your SAP security administrator.
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP Basis or functional consultant to ensure that the relevant settings are correctly configured.
  Use Standard Reports: If you are using a custom report or transaction, try using standard SAP reports to see if the issue persists. This can help determine if the problem is with the custom report or the data itself.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP MM, such as ME2N (Purchase Orders by PO Number), MB51 (Material Document List), or others that may help you validate your data.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or report you are using to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.