How To Fix U6088 - Enter time restrictions for user-specific evaluation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: U6 - Message Class for BRE

• Message number: 088

• Message text: Enter time restrictions for user-specific evaluation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message U6088 - Enter time restrictions for user-specific evaluation ?

  The SAP error message U6088, which states "Enter time restrictions for user-specific evaluation," typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that requires specific time parameters to be defined, but those parameters have not been set.
  Cause:
  The error is generally caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Time Restrictions: The user has not defined the necessary time restrictions (such as start and end dates) for the evaluation they are trying to perform.
  User-Specific Settings: The user-specific settings for the report or transaction may not have been configured correctly, leading to the absence of required time parameters.
  System Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the SAP system that prevents the proper retrieval of time-related data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the U6088 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Define Time Restrictions:
  
  When prompted, enter the required time parameters (e.g., start date, end date) in the selection screen of the report or transaction.
  Ensure that the dates are within a valid range and formatted correctly.
  
  
  
  Check User-Specific Settings:
  
  Navigate to the user-specific settings for the report or transaction and ensure that the time restrictions are set correctly.
  You can usually find these settings in the user profile or by using transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Review Report Documentation:
  
  Check the documentation or help section for the specific report or transaction you are using to understand the required parameters and how to set them.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to check for any configuration issues or to ensure that the report is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, re-run the report or transaction to see if the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as SE38 (ABAP Editor) for running reports or SE80 (Object Navigator) for checking report configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific report or transaction you are using.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to enter time restrictions correctly to avoid this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the U6088 error and successfully execute the desired report or transaction in SAP.