How To Fix RSDODSO408 - Selection criteria: Option "&1" is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDODSO - Messages for ODS Objects

• Message number: 408

• Message text: Selection criteria: Option "&1" is not valid

What causes this issue?

The selection criteria table contains the operator &V1& which is not
within the valid values listed below.

System Response

An error message has been raised, and the control data was given to the
program that was called.

How to fix this error?

Make sure that the operator (field OPT) is among the following values:
'EQ' = Equal to
'GE' = Greater than or Equal to
'LE' = Less than or Equal to
'GT' = Greater than
'LT' = Less than
'NE' = Not equal

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

Note: The operator 'CP' (Contains pattern) is not supported.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDODSO408 - Selection criteria: Option "&1" is not valid ?

  The SAP error message RSDODSO408, which states "Selection criteria: Option '&1' is not valid," typically occurs in the context of data selection in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when working with DataStore Objects (DSOs) or InfoProviders. This error indicates that the selection option specified in a query or data extraction process is not recognized or is invalid.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Selection Option: The selection option specified in the query or data extraction is not valid for the field being queried. This could be due to a typo or using an option that is not supported for that particular field.
  Field Characteristics: The field may have specific characteristics that limit the selection options available. For example, if a field is defined as a characteristic, certain operators may not be applicable.
  Query Design Issues: If the query is designed incorrectly, such as using a non-existent field or an incorrect data type, it can lead to this error.
  Data Source Changes: If there have been changes to the underlying data source or InfoProvider, it may affect the validity of the selection options.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Selection Options: Review the selection options used in the query or data extraction. Ensure that they are valid for the specific field. Common valid options include "Equal to," "Not equal to," "Greater than," "Less than," etc.
  Field Properties: Verify the properties of the field in the DataStore Object or InfoProvider. Ensure that the field is defined correctly and that the selection options being used are appropriate for its data type.
  Query Redesign: If the query is incorrectly designed, consider redesigning it. Remove or correct any invalid selections and ensure that all fields and options are valid.
  Testing: Test the query with different selection options to identify which specific option is causing the error. This can help narrow down the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific version of SAP BW you are using to understand the valid selection options for the fields in question.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) and RSRT (Query Monitor) to analyze and troubleshoot queries and data sources.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSDODSO408 error and implement a suitable solution.