How To Fix PAIS002 - Selection resulted in &1 hits

PAIS002 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PAIS - Messages for PA-IS (Ad Hoc Query etc.)

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Selection resulted in &1 hits

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PAIS002 - Selection resulted in &1 hits ?

  The SAP error message PAIS002 ("Selection resulted in &1 hits") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Personnel Administration module when a selection query (such as a report or a search) returns a number of records that is either too high or not what the user expected. The message indicates that the selection criteria used in the query resulted in a certain number of hits (records), which can be overwhelming or not useful for the user.
  
  Cause:
  
  Broad Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used may be too broad, leading to a large number of records being returned.
  Data Volume: The database may contain a large volume of records that match the selection criteria.
  Incorrect Filters: Filters or parameters may not be set correctly, causing unintended results.
  User Authorization: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view specific records, leading to confusion about the results.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Refine Selection Criteria: Narrow down the selection criteria