How To Fix AS_AFB803 - You must first determine the files to be searched

AS_AFB803 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AS_AFB - Archive File Browser

• Message number: 803

• Message text: You must first determine the files to be searched

What causes this issue?

You want to search archive files by content. However, you did not
determine which files are to be searched.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Choose the files that are to be searched. Drag the files you want from
the navigation area to the area "Files to be Searched" on the tab page
"Search".

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AS_AFB803 - You must first determine the files to be searched ?

  The SAP error message AS_AFB803, which states "You must first determine the files to be searched," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Archive Development Kit (ADK) or when working with archived data. This error indicates that the system requires you to specify or determine the files that need to be searched before proceeding with the operation you are attempting.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing File Specification: The system has not been provided with the necessary information about which archive files to search.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the archive file paths or the archive object settings.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the archive files.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Specify Archive Files: Ensure that you have specified the archive files correctly in the transaction or program you are using. This may involve selecting the appropriate archive object or specifying the file paths.
  Check Archive Configuration: Review the configuration settings for