How To Fix PAD_SE_PROXY020 - Invalid selection criteria for personnel number.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PAD_SE_PROXY - Travel Satellite: Message Class for PAOC_PAD_SE_PROXY

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Invalid selection criteria for personnel number.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PAD_SE_PROXY020 - Invalid selection criteria for personnel number. ?

  The SAP error message PAD_SE_PROXY020 indicates that there is an issue with the selection criteria for a personnel number in the context of a specific operation, often related to the SAP HR (Human Resources) module or related applications. This error typically arises when the system cannot find a valid personnel number based on the criteria provided.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Personnel Number: The personnel number entered may not exist in the system or may have been deleted.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to filter personnel numbers may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the personnel number.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the database.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the HR module or related settings that affect how personnel numbers are processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Personnel Number: Check if the personnel number you are using is valid and exists in the system. You can do this by searching for the personnel number in the relevant HR transaction (e.g., PA20 or PA30).
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria you are using are correct and complete. Double-check any filters or parameters you have set.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the personnel data. You may need to contact your system administrator or HR department for assistance.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the HR data to identify any discrepancies or issues that may be causing the error.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or process you are working with to see if there are any known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it appears to be a system-level issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and others that may be relevant to your task.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this specific error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the PAD_SE_PROXY020 error message.