How To Fix RSRD252 - Filtering: Select at least one characterstic

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRD - Report Dissemination

• Message number: 252

• Message text: Filtering: Select at least one characterstic

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSRD252 - Filtering: Select at least one characterstic ?

  The SAP error message RSRD252, which states "Filtering: Select at least one characteristic," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Intelligence (BI) or SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to execute a query or report that requires filtering based on characteristics, but none have been selected.
  Cause:
  
  No Characteristics Selected: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected any characteristics for filtering in the query or report.
  Query Design: The query might be designed in such a way that it requires at least one characteristic to be selected for the report to execute properly.
  User Input: If the report is designed to allow user input for filtering, and the user does not provide any input, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  Select Characteristics: Ensure that at least one characteristic is selected in the filter options before executing the query. This can usually be done in the selection screen of the report.
  Check Query Design: If you have access to the query designer, check the query settings to ensure that it is set up correctly and that it requires at least one characteristic to be selected.
  Default Values: If applicable, consider setting default values for characteristics in the query design to avoid this error in the future.
  User Training: If this is a recurring issue for multiple users, consider providing training or documentation on how to properly use the filtering options in the reports.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for more details on query design and filtering options in SAP BW or BI.
  Community Forums: Look for discussions in SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been addressed.
  
  By ensuring that at least one characteristic is selected and reviewing the query design, you should be able to resolve the RSRD252 error.