How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_CH_BAPI043 - Selection criteria has not been populated correctly

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_CH_BAPI -

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Selection criteria has not been populated correctly

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_CH_BAPI043 - Selection criteria has not been populated correctly ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_CH_BAPI043: Selection criteria has not been populated correctly typically occurs when there are issues with the input parameters or selection criteria provided to a BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface) related to purchase orders. This error indicates that the system expects certain fields to be filled out, but they are either missing or incorrectly populated.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Required Fields: The selection criteria required for the BAPI call are not filled in. This could include fields like purchase order number, vendor, or other key identifiers.
  Incorrect Data Format: The data provided in the selection criteria may not match the expected format (e.g., date formats, numeric values).
  Invalid Values: The values provided in the selection criteria may not correspond to valid entries in the database (e.g., a non-existent purchase order).
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data, leading to incomplete selection criteria.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Required Fields: Ensure that all required fields for the BAPI are populated correctly. Refer to the BAPI documentation to identify which fields are mandatory.
  Validate Data Formats: Make sure that the data types and formats of the input parameters match the expected formats. For example, ensure that dates are in the correct format (YYYYMMDD).
  Verify Input Values: Check that the values being passed in the selection criteria are valid and exist in the system. For example, if you are using a purchase order number, ensure that it is correct and active.
  Review Authorization: Ensure that the user executing the BAPI has the necessary authorizations to access the data being queried.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, you can debug the BAPI call to see what values are being passed and where the failure occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAPI Documentation: Review the specific BAPI documentation in SAP to understand the required parameters and their expected formats.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE37 (Function Module) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to explore the BAPI and its parameters.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message.