How To Fix SH003 - The selection string you entered is invalid

SH003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SH - SAPhelp messages

• Message number: 003

• Message text: The selection string you entered is invalid

What causes this issue?

No valid match code ID can be found.

System Response

The match code selection is cancelled.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SH003 - The selection string you entered is invalid ?

  The SAP error message SH003, which states "The selection string you entered is invalid," typically occurs when there is an issue with the input provided in a selection screen or when trying to execute a report or transaction that requires specific selection criteria.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Input Format: The selection string may not conform to the expected format. For example, if a date is expected, but a string is provided instead.
  Incorrect Field Values: The values entered in the selection fields may not be valid or may not exist in the database.
  Missing Required Fields: Some fields may be mandatory, and if they are left blank or filled incorrectly, it can trigger this error.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the input does not match the expected data type for the field.
  Custom Code Issues: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the program, they may be causing the error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the values