How To Fix UR068 - Complex selection is not possible for this field

UR068 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UR -

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Complex selection is not possible for this field

What causes this issue?

The defined field is too long (longer than the standard field for
characteristic values UG_VALUE in Financial Basis).

System Response

No complex selections can be maintained for this field.

How to fix this error?

However, selections can be made with an individual value.
Caution: The value entered is processed with the maximum length. This
means that the part of the field exceeding the normally permitted length
will be cut off.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UR068 - Complex selection is not possible for this field ?

  The SAP error message UR068, which states "Complex selection is not possible for this field," typically occurs when you are trying to use complex selection criteria (like ranges, multiple values, or specific operators) on a field that does not support such operations. This can happen in various contexts, such as when using selection screens, reports, or queries.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Type Limitation: The field you are trying to apply complex selection criteria to may not support it. For example, certain fields may only allow single value selections or specific operators.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the field may not be compatible with the selection criteria you are trying to use.
  Technical Restrictions: Some fields in SAP are designed to be used with simple selection criteria due to their nature (e.g., certain key fields or system fields).
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Properties: Review the properties of the field in the data dictionary (SE11) to understand its characteristics