How To Fix UPF255 - Selection for &1: &2

UPF255 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPF - Planning Functions

• Message number: 255

• Message text: Selection for &1: &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPF255 - Selection for &1: &2 ?

  The SAP error message UPF255 ("Selection for &1: &2") typically occurs in the context of the SAP User Profile Framework (UPF) when there is an issue with the selection criteria or parameters being used in a report or transaction. The placeholders &1 and &2 usually represent specific objects or parameters related to the selection criteria.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Selection Criteria: The error may arise if the selection criteria provided do not match any existing records or if they are incorrectly formatted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data or perform the action related to the selection.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the User Profile Framework settings or related components.
  Data Issues: The underlying data may be missing or corrupted, leading to the inability to fulfill the selection request.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you are using. Ensure that they are correctly specified and that the