How To Fix PRF_CNTRL_MSG007 - Selection of records from DB failed, Please select valid record.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PRF_CNTRL_MSG - Message Class for control messages of PRF

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Selection of records from DB failed, Please select valid record.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRF_CNTRL_MSG007 - Selection of records from DB failed, Please select valid record. ?

  The SAP error message PRF_CNTRL_MSG007 ("Selection of records from DB failed, Please select valid record.") typically indicates that there was an issue when trying to retrieve data from the database. This can occur in various contexts, such as when executing a report, transaction, or program that requires data selection.
  Possible Causes:
  
  
  Invalid Selection Criteria: The selection criteria provided may not match any records in the database. This can happen if the criteria are too restrictive or if there are no records that meet the specified conditions.
  
  
  Database Issues: There may be underlying issues with the database itself, such as connectivity problems, database corruption, or performance issues.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data being queried.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or corrupted records.
  
  
  Program Errors: There could be a bug or error in the custom program or report that is causing the selection to fail.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you are using to ensure they are valid and not overly restrictive. Try broadening the criteria to see if records can be retrieved.
  
  
  Database Health Check: If you suspect a database issue, check the database logs for any errors or warnings. You may need to work with your database administrator to resolve any underlying issues.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access the data. You can check this in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant tables to identify and resolve any data integrity issues.
  
  
  Debugging: If the error occurs in a custom program or report, consider debugging the code to identify where the selection is failing. Look for any logic errors or incorrect assumptions in the code.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on similar issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on where the error occurs, you may be using specific transaction codes (e.g., SE38 for executing reports, SE80 for development).
  SAP Community: The SAP Community forums can be a valuable resource for finding similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific module or transaction you are working with to understand the expected behavior and any known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the PRF_CNTRL_MSG007 error message.