How To Fix PQ047 - '&1' is not in the selection period

PQ047 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PQ - HR-PD: Personnel Development

• Message number: 047

• Message text: '&1' is not in the selection period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PQ047 - '&1' is not in the selection period ?

  The SAP error message PQ047 indicates that a specific object (like a material, order, or another entity) is not available within the selection period defined in your query or report. This error typically arises in the context of production planning, quality management, or similar modules where time-based data selection is crucial.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Range: The selection period defined in your query does not encompass the date associated with the object you are trying to access.
  Data Availability: The object may not have any data recorded for the specified period, meaning it was either not created or not relevant during that time frame.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict data visibility based on time periods.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view data for the specified period.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Selection Period: Review the selection criteria in your report or transaction. Ensure that the date range includes