How To Fix ARCH_ROUT013 - You can only enter individual values for selection values in the To field

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARCH_ROUT - Archive Routing

• Message number: 013

• Message text: You can only enter individual values for selection values in the To field

What causes this issue?

You can only enter individual values in the conditions for Archive
Routing. Intervals are not permitted. Selection values are those fields
that do not offer multiple selection. This means that entering intervals
or multiple individual values is not permitted. You enter the individual
value in the 'From' field. You have to leave the 'To' field blank for
selection values.

System Response

If you enter a value in the 'To' field of a condition for a selection
value anyway, the system automatically resets the value when you try to
save the condition.

How to fix this error?

Make sure you only use the 'To' field for selection values.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARCH_ROUT013 - You can only enter individual values for selection values in the To field ?

  The SAP error message ARCH_ROUT013 indicates that you are trying to enter a range of values in the "To" field of a selection screen where only individual values are allowed. This typically occurs in the context of archiving or data selection processes in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are using a selection screen that expects individual values for a specific field, but you have entered a range (e.g., a start and end value) in the "To" field.
  The field in question is defined in such a way that it does not support ranges, meaning it can only accept single values.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Check the Field Requirements: Review the documentation or help for the specific transaction or report you are using to understand the expected input for the selection fields.
  Enter Individual Values: Instead of entering a range in the "To" field, enter a single value that meets your selection criteria.
  Adjust Your Selection Criteria: If you need to select multiple values, consider using the "Multiple Selection" option (often represented by a button with a list icon) to specify multiple individual values instead of a range.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transactions related to archiving, such as SARA (Archive Administration) or other data management transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific updates or patches related to the transaction you are using, as there may be known issues or enhancements.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific module documentation for more details on how to properly use selection screens and the expected input formats.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.