How To Fix ES115 - Perform in the background if no selection criteria are specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ES - ABAP Workbench: Repository Information System

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Perform in the background if no selection criteria are specified

What causes this issue?

No selection criteria were entered on the selection screen.

System Response

The system attempted to select all unused objects for this object. This
selection is very large and could lead to a runtime overload and hence
a program crash.

How to fix this error?

You can do one of two things:

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

1. Limit the number of objects by entering, for example, a package,
an author or some other selection.
2. You can carry out the selection in the background.
You can then display and edit the result list by selecting Edit ->
Batch lists in the ABAP/4 Repository Information System.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ES115 - Perform in the background if no selection criteria are specified ?

  The SAP error message ES115 ("Perform in the background if no selection criteria are specified") typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that requires selection criteria, but none have been provided. This is a safeguard to prevent the execution of potentially resource-intensive operations without any filters, which could lead to performance issues or long processing times.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A user tries to run a report or transaction that expects selection criteria (like date ranges, specific IDs, etc.) but does not provide any.
  The system is configured to require selection criteria for certain operations to avoid running them in the foreground without any limits.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Provide Selection Criteria: 
  
  Before executing the report or transaction, ensure that you fill in the necessary selection fields. This could include date ranges, specific IDs, or other relevant parameters.
  
  
  
  Run in Background:
  
  If you intentionally want to run the report without specific selection criteria, you can choose to execute it in the background. This is typically done by selecting the "Execute in Background" option (often found in the menu or as a button in the transaction screen).
  This allows the system to process the request without tying up your session and can handle larger data sets more efficiently.
  
  
  
  Check Report Documentation:
  
  Review the documentation or help text associated with the report or transaction to understand what selection criteria are required and how to use them effectively.
  
  
  
  Consult with IT or SAP Support:
  
  If you believe you should be able to run the report without selection criteria, or if you encounter this error frequently, consult with your IT department or SAP support team. They may need to adjust the report settings or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error can occur in various transaction codes that involve reporting or data extraction.
  Performance Considerations: Running reports without selection criteria can lead to performance issues, especially in large databases, as it may attempt to process all records.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to the specific report or transaction you are using, as there may be known issues or enhancements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ES115 error and successfully execute your report or transaction in SAP.