How To Fix RD142 - The selection condition for the account-based DataSource contains errors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RD - CO-PA Connection to SAP BW

• Message number: 142

• Message text: The selection condition for the account-based DataSource contains errors

What causes this issue?

Fixed values for the controlling area and the period must be selected
for a full update from DataSources in account-based Profitability
Analysis.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RD142 - The selection condition for the account-based DataSource contains errors ?

  The SAP error message RD142 indicates that there is an issue with the selection condition for an account-based DataSource in the SAP system. This error typically arises when the selection criteria defined for the DataSource are incorrect or not properly configured.
  Causes of RD142 Error
  
  
  Incorrect Selection Conditions: The selection conditions defined for the DataSource may contain invalid or incorrect values, such as non-existent account numbers or incorrect date ranges.
  
  
  Missing or Incomplete Configuration: The DataSource may not be fully configured, or certain required fields may be missing.
  
  
  DataSource Activation Issues: The DataSource may not be activated properly, leading to inconsistencies in the selection conditions.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data defined by the selection conditions.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the underlying database or inconsistencies in the data model.
  
  
  Solutions to RD142 Error
  
  
  Review Selection Conditions: Check the selection conditions defined for