How To Fix PAIS006 - Incorrect selection criterion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Incorrect selection criterion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PAIS006 - Incorrect selection criterion ?

  The SAP error message PAIS006 ("Incorrect selection criterion") typically occurs in the context of the Personnel Administration module when there is an issue with the selection criteria used in a report or transaction. This error can arise due to various reasons, such as incorrect input values, missing mandatory fields, or incompatible selection criteria.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Input Values: The selection criteria may contain values that are not valid or do not exist in the system.
  Missing Mandatory Fields: Certain fields may be required for the selection criteria, and if they are left blank, the system will throw this error.
  Incompatible Criteria: The combination of selection criteria may not be valid. For example, selecting a specific employee group while also trying to filter by a different organizational unit that does not include that group.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the selection criteria from being processed correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the values entered in the selection criteria. Ensure that they are valid and exist in the system.
  Complete Mandatory Fields: Make sure all required fields are filled out correctly. Refer to the documentation or help text for the specific report or transaction to identify mandatory fields.
  Review Selection Combinations: Analyze the combination of selection criteria being used. Ensure that they are compatible and logically make sense together.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific transaction or report to understand the expected input and selection criteria.
  Test with Simplified Criteria: If the error persists, try running the report or transaction with a simplified set of selection criteria to isolate the issue.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data being queried.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to Personnel Administration, such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), or reports in the SAP HR module.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the PAIS006 error in SAP.