How To Fix RSO_RES_QMSGS165 - Invalid selection used in &1. &2

RSO_RES_QMSGS165 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSO_RES_QMSGS - Messages directly related to Query Designer.

• Message number: 165

• Message text: Invalid selection used in &1. &2

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RSO_RES_QMSGS165 - Details

• The SAP error message RSO_RES_QMSGS165, which states "Invalid selection used in &1. &2," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the selection criteria used in a query or report. This error can arise due to various reasons, such as incorrect filter settings, invalid selections in the query, or issues with the underlying data model.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Filter Criteria: The selection criteria specified in the query may not match any valid values in the data source.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the underlying data model (like InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or queries) that are not reflected in the query can lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data, leading to invalid selections.
  Query Design Issues: The query may have been designed incorrectly, with selections that are not applicable to the data being queried.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or