How To Fix RA028 - No alerts were selected. Select alerts first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RA - Monitoring structure dialog message

• Message number: 028

• Message text: No alerts were selected. Select alerts first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RA028 - No alerts were selected. Select alerts first ?

  The SAP error message RA028 "No alerts were selected. Select alerts first" typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when you are trying to process alerts in the Alert Monitor or similar transaction but have not selected any alerts to work with. This can happen in various SAP modules, including SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Solution Manager.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error message is that the user has attempted to execute an action (such as processing, deleting, or viewing details) on alerts without selecting any alerts from the list. The system requires at least one alert to be selected before proceeding with any operations.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Open the Alert Monitor: Navigate to the relevant transaction or application where you are trying to manage alerts (e.g., Alert Monitor in SAP BW or Solution Manager).
  
  
  Select Alerts: Look for the list of alerts displayed on the screen. You need to select one or more alerts by clicking on the checkbox next to each alert you want to process.
  
  
  Perform Action: After selecting the desired alerts, you can then proceed with the action you intended to perform (e.g., delete, acknowledge, or view details).
  
  
  Check for Filters: If you do not see any alerts listed, ensure that your filters are set correctly. Sometimes, alerts may not appear due to overly restrictive filter criteria.
  
  
  Refresh the List: If you believe there should be alerts available but they are not showing, try refreshing the list or re-running the query to ensure you have the most up-to-date information.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and manage alerts in the system. Lack of permissions may prevent alerts from being displayed or selected.
  
  
  System Configuration: If alerts are not being generated as expected, check the configuration settings related to alert generation in the relevant SAP module.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed instructions on managing alerts in your specific SAP environment.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to alerts in your version of SAP.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RA028 error and successfully manage alerts in your SAP system.