How To Fix EI465 - Specify at least one selection criterion (lengthy runtime)

EI465 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EI - Foreign Trade: Gen. Output

• Message number: 465

• Message text: Specify at least one selection criterion (lengthy runtime)

What causes this issue?

Enter at least one main selection criterion in order to avoid lengthy
report runtime. Maintain
country,
business partner &V1& and
document date.

How to fix this error?

Define the selection as accurately as possible according to your
requirements.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI465 - Specify at least one selection criterion (lengthy runtime) ?

  The SAP error message EI465, which states "Specify at least one selection criterion (lengthy runtime)," typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that requires specific selection criteria to filter the data being processed. If no selection criteria are provided, the system may attempt to process a large volume of data, leading to performance issues and lengthy runtimes.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Selection Criteria Provided: The user has not entered any selection criteria in the report or transaction, which can lead to the system trying to process all available data.
  Default Settings: Sometimes, the default settings of the report may not include any selection criteria, leading to the same issue.
  User Error: The user may have overlooked entering necessary parameters or may not be aware of the required fields.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Selection Criteria: Ensure that at least one selection criterion is specified before executing the report. This could include date ranges, document numbers, or