How To Fix GX718 - You have not selected any archive files: Select files

GX718 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GX - Archiving/Reorganization

• Message number: 718

• Message text: You have not selected any archive files: Select files

What causes this issue?

You want to select the archive files to be read, but you have not
selected any files.
No files will be found.

How to fix this error?

Choose "Select files" and select at least one file to be read.
Alternatively, you can select the "All files with corresponding status"
radio button. In this case, all files are automatically considered,
based on the status selected.

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GX718 - Details

• The SAP error message GX718, which states "You have not selected any archive files: Select files," typically occurs when you are trying to access or process archived data but have not specified any archive files to work with. This can happen in various contexts, such as when using transaction codes related to archiving or data retrieval.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Archive Files Selected: The most straightforward cause is that you have not selected any archive files in the relevant dialog or selection screen.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The criteria you used to search for archive files may not match any existing files, leading to an empty selection.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select the archive files.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the archiving object or the archive file itself.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select Archive Files: Ensure that you are on the correct screen where you can select archive files. Look