How To Fix /SAPAPO/SDORDER003 - Selection is not complete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SDORDER -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Selection is not complete

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SDORDER003 - Selection is not complete ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SDORDER003 Selection is not complete 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 or reporting transaction. This error indicates that the selection parameters provided are insufficient or incomplete for the system to process the request.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Selection Criteria: The user may not have filled in all the required fields in the selection screen.
  Missing Data: The data required for the selection might not exist in the system, leading to incomplete selection.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data, which can lead to incomplete selections.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the APO system that are not set up correctly, affecting the selection process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria on the screen and ensure that all mandatory fields are filled out. Look for any fields marked with an asterisk (*) that are required.
  Verify Data Availability: Ensure that the data you are trying to select actually exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant master data or transaction data.
  Review Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data. If not, consult with your SAP security team to grant the required permissions.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or APO configuration team to ensure that the system settings are correct and that there are no issues with the configuration that could lead to incomplete selections.
  Use Transaction Logs: If available, check transaction logs or system messages for more detailed information about what might be causing the issue.
  
  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.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for APO to understand the selection criteria and how to properly configure them.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to escalate the issue to your SAP support team for further investigation.