How To Fix WS451 - Change the selection parameters

WS451 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS - Supplier Billing Document

• Message number: 451

• Message text: Change the selection parameters

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WS451 - Details

• SAP Error Message:
  WS451 - Change the selection parameters
  
  
  Cause:
  The error message WS451 typically occurs in SAP when the system detects that the selection parameters entered for a particular transaction or report are either inconsistent, incomplete, or not allowed in the current context. This often happens in scenarios involving workflow or batch job selections where the parameters do not meet the expected criteria or conflict with each other.
  For example, in workflow-related transactions, if you try to execute a report or a selection screen with parameters that are not valid or are contradictory, SAP prompts you to change the selection parameters.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WS451 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Review the Selection Parameters:
  
  Check all the input fields on the selection screen.
  Ensure that mandatory fields are filled.
  Verify that the values entered are within the allowed range or format.
  
  
  
  Adjust Conflicting Parameters:
  
  If certain parameters are mutually exclusive, make sure only the appropriate ones are selected.
  Remove or modify parameters