How To Fix RSDMD501 - The selection interval from '&' to '&' is not feasible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDMD - Messages for master data

• Message number: 501

• Message text: The selection interval from '&' to '&' is not feasible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDMD501 - The selection interval from '&' to '&' is not feasible ?

  The SAP error message RSDMD501, which states "The selection interval from '&' to '&' is not feasible," typically occurs in the context of data selection in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or when working with queries in SAP BI (Business Intelligence). This error indicates that the selection criteria defined for a query or data extraction are not valid, often due to the following reasons:
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Range Values: The values specified in the selection interval are not valid. For example, the start value is greater than the end value.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the selection criteria does not match the data type of the characteristic or key figure being queried.
  Non-Existent Values: The specified range includes values that do not exist in the data source.
  Incorrect Hierarchy Levels: If you are using hierarchies, the selected interval may not correspond to valid levels in the hierarchy.
  Filters on Characteristics: If there are filters applied to characteristics that conflict with the selection interval.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the Selection Interval: Review the values specified in the selection interval. Ensure that the start value is less than or equal to the end value.
  Validate Data Types: Ensure that the data types of the selection criteria match the data types of the characteristics or key figures in the query.
  Review Available Values: Check the data source to confirm that the values you are trying to select actually exist. You can do this by running a query without filters or by checking the master data.
  Examine Hierarchies: If using hierarchies, ensure that the selected interval corresponds to valid levels in the hierarchy.
  Adjust Filters: Review any filters applied to the query or data extraction to ensure they do not conflict with the selection interval.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check the InfoObjects and their settings.
  Query Designer: If you are using the Query Designer, you can test the query with different selection criteria to identify the problematic interval.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, specific versions of SAP BW may have bugs that are documented in SAP Notes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for more details on how to properly set up selection intervals and filters in queries.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the RSDMD501 error message.