How To Fix /SAPAPO/AHT211 - Selection is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/AHT -

• Message number: 211

• Message text: Selection is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/AHT211 - Selection is invalid ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/AHT211 Selection is invalid typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the selection criteria used in a planning function or report. This error indicates that the selection parameters provided do not match any valid entries in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Selection Criteria: The selection criteria specified in the planning function or report may not correspond to any existing data. This could be due to incorrect values, missing entries, or filters that exclude all relevant data.
  Data Not Available: The data that the selection criteria are trying to access may not be available in the system for the specified time period or other parameters.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the planning area or the planning function that lead to invalid selections.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data, leading to the appearance of invalid selections.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you are using. Ensure that they are correct and correspond to existing data in the system.
  Verify Data Availability: Check if the data you are trying to access is available for the specified time period and other parameters. You can do this by running a query or report that lists the available data.
  Review Configuration: If you have access, review the configuration of the planning area and planning functions to ensure they are set up correctly. This may involve checking the settings in the SAP APO system.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data. If not, you may need to contact your SAP security team to adjust the user's permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the planning function or report you are using. This may provide insights into valid selection criteria.
  
  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 to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO, such as /SAPAPO/SDP94 for demand planning or /SAPAPO/MC90 for planning book configuration.
  Community Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same error and found solutions.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP APO for further assistance.