How To Fix /SAPAPO/OM_TEST218 - Process Handler: Selection table &2 of report &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OM_TEST -

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Process Handler: Selection table &2 of report &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_TEST218 - Process Handler: Selection table &2 of report &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_TEST218 Process Handler: Selection table &2 of report &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a process handler is trying to access a selection table that is not defined or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Selection Table: The selection table specified in the error message (&2) is not defined in the report (&1). This could be due to a configuration issue or a missing customization.
  Incorrect Configuration: The process handler may be incorrectly configured, pointing to a selection table that has not been created or has been deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the report or selection table was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to missing objects.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the APO system and the configuration or reports that are being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify that the selection table exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant configuration settings in the APO system.
  Create or Restore Selection Table: If the selection table does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup or transport request.
  Review Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and successfully imported.
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific report and process handler to ensure that all prerequisites and configurations are met.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can debug the process handler to identify where the error is occurring and gather more information about the missing selection table.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on how to resolve it.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/OM_TEST to access the relevant reports and configuration settings.
  SAP Community: Engaging with the SAP Community forums can provide insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.