How To Fix /SAPAPO/AMON_APO014 - Selection '&1' is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/AMON_APO -

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Selection '&1' is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/AMON_APO014 - Selection '&1' is not valid ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/AMON_APO014 Selection '&1' is not valid typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a user tries to execute a selection or a report with an invalid or unsupported selection criteria. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Selection Criteria: The selection criteria specified in the report or transaction may not be valid. This could be due to a typo, an unsupported value, or a value that does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the APO system that prevent the selection from being recognized.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data related to the selection.
  Data Issues: The data in the system may not be consistent or may have been deleted or archived, leading to the selection being invalid.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you are using. Ensure that it is correctly specified and that all values are valid and exist in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or report you are using to understand the valid selection options.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the data. You may need to contact your SAP security team to verify your permissions.
  System Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP Basis or APO configuration team to ensure that the system is set up correctly.
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks to ensure that the data in the system is intact and that there are no missing or corrupted entries that could lead to this error.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in APO that may help you troubleshoot or analyze the issue further (e.g., /SAPAPO/AMON for monitoring).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal. There may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.