How To Fix /SAPAPO/PE168 - Error when reading selection (selection type &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PE -

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Error when reading selection (selection type &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PE168 - Error when reading selection (selection type &1) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PE168 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with reading a selection, particularly when the selection type is not recognized or is invalid.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Selection Type: The selection type specified in the query or report may not exist or may not be correctly defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the APO system that prevent the selection from being processed correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the selection type or the data associated with it.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data or transaction data that the selection type relies on.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Selection Type: Verify that the selection type specified in the report or query is valid and exists in the system. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the APO system.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for the selection type is correctly set up. This may involve checking the settings in the APO system for planning areas, data sources, and other related configurations.
  User Authorizations: Check the user’s authorizations to ensure they have the necessary permissions to access the selection type and the associated data.
  Data Consistency: Perform a data consistency check to ensure that all required master and transaction data is present and correctly maintained.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific selection type and error message for additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning book) or /SAPAPO/MC62 (for selection profiles) to investigate the configuration and data related to the selection type.
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs and traces to gather more information about the error context, which can help in diagnosing the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or consult with a technical expert familiar with SAP APO for further assistance.