How To Fix WZRE_IV288 - Invalid document category <&1> for selection type &2

WZRE_IV288 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WZRE_IV - Clearing Workbench

• Message number: 288

• Message text: Invalid document category <&1> for selection type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WZRE_IV288 - Invalid document category <&1> for selection type &2 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WZRE_IV288 Invalid document category <&1> for selection type &2
  
  Meaning / 
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to use a document category that is not valid or allowed for the specified selection type in a particular SAP transaction or report. The system expects a certain document category based on the selection type, but the provided document category does not match the expected values.
  
  Document category (<&1>) refers to the type of document you are trying to process or select (e.g., invoice, credit memo, debit memo).
  Selection type (&2) refers to the context or criteria used for selecting documents (e.g., by vendor, by document type, by posting date).
  
  The error indicates a mismatch or invalid combination between these two parameters.
  
  Common Scenarios:
  
  When running reports or programs related to FI (Financial Accounting) or MM (Materials Management) documents.
  When filtering or selecting documents in payment runs, clearing, or