How To Fix /SAPAPO/PUIA_MESS088 - Incorrect selection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PUIA_MESS -

• Message number: 088

• Message text: Incorrect selection

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PUIA_MESS088 - Incorrect selection ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PUIA_MESS088 Incorrect selection typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the selection criteria used in a planning function or transaction. This error can arise due to various reasons, including incorrect or incomplete data selection, invalid parameters, or issues with the configuration of the planning area.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Selection Criteria: The selection criteria specified in the planning function may not match any existing data in the system.
  Missing Data: Required data for the selection might be missing or not properly loaded into the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the planning area or the planning function itself.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data or execute the function.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the selection from being processed correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria used in the planning function to ensure they are correct and valid. Make sure that the criteria match the data available in the system.
  Data Verification: Verify that the necessary data is loaded and available in the planning area. You can check the data using transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MC62 or /SAPAPO/MC67.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration of the planning area and the planning function to ensure they are set up correctly. This may involve reviewing the settings in the SAP APO configuration.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the function has the necessary authorizations to access the data and perform the operation.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data to identify and resolve any inconsistencies. This can be done using transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MC62 for master data consistency checks.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific planning function or transaction to identify any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO, such as /SAPAPO/MC62 for data checks and /SAPAPO/MC67 for planning area checks.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.