How To Fix EBR079 - The selection log contains no messages

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EBR - Message Class for Batch Records

• Message number: 079

• Message text: The selection log contains no messages

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EBR079 - The selection log contains no messages ?

  The SAP error message EBR079, which states "The selection log contains no messages," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when you are trying to view or analyze a selection log, but there are no messages or entries available for the specified selection criteria.
  Cause:
  
  
  No Data Available: The most common cause is that there are simply no entries in the selection log for the criteria you have specified. This could be due to:
  
  The selection criteria being too restrictive.
  The process that generates the log has not been executed yet.
  The log has been cleared or deleted.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: If the selection criteria used to filter the log are incorrect or do not match any existing entries, the system will return this message.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the selection log, leading to the appearance that there are no messages.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you are using to ensure they are correct and not overly restrictive. Try broadening the criteria to see if any entries appear.
  
  
  Verify Process Execution: Ensure that the process that generates the selection log has been executed. If it has not, run the relevant transaction or report to generate the log entries.
  
  
  Check for Data Deletion: If the log entries were previously available but are now missing, check if there has been any data deletion or archiving that might have affected the log.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view the selection log. You may need to contact your system administrator to verify your permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult the SAP documentation or help resources for further guidance on the specific transaction or report you are working with.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the error, you may be using specific transaction codes related to reporting or logging (e.g., SE16, SE11, etc.).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message EBR079.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.