How To Fix JB_ARCH_DEL001 - Enter at least one general selection criterion

JB_ARCH_DEL001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: JB_ARCH_DEL - SEM: Message Class for Archiving and Deletion in SEM

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Enter at least one general selection criterion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message JB_ARCH_DEL001 - Enter at least one general selection criterion ?

  The SAP error message JB_ARCH_DEL001 ("Enter at least one general selection criterion") typically occurs when you are trying to execute a transaction or report related to archiving or deleting data, but you have not provided any selection criteria for the operation. This is a common issue in SAP when the system requires specific parameters to process the request.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of required selection criteria in the input fields of the transaction or report. The system needs at least one criterion to identify which data should be archived or deleted.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that you have filled in at least one of the selection criteria fields in the transaction or report screen. This could include fields like:
  
  Object type
  Date range
  Document number
  Other relevant identifiers
  
  
  
  Review Documentation: If you are unsure which fields are required, refer to the documentation or help text associated with the