How To Fix S1481 - Choose at least one tablespace

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S1 - Statistik / SAP-Monitor

• Message number: 481

• Message text: Choose at least one tablespace

What causes this issue?

You did not choose any tablespace but this action requires at least one
tablespace to work on.

System Response

No changes are made.

How to fix this error?

Reenter the dialog and select at least one tablespace.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S1481 - Choose at least one tablespace ?

  The SAP error message S1481, which states "Choose at least one tablespace," typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation that requires you to select at least one tablespace, but none has been selected. This error is often encountered in the context of database administration tasks, such as monitoring or managing database tablespaces in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  No Tablespace Selected: You are attempting to execute a function that requires you to specify a tablespace, but you have not selected any.
  User Interface Issue: There may be a problem with the user interface where the tablespace selection is not being properly registered.
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select tablespaces.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the S1481 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Select a Tablespace:
  
  Go back to the screen where you encountered the error.
  Ensure that you select at least one tablespace from the available options before proceeding with the operation.
  
  
  
  Check User Interface:
  
  If you believe you have selected a tablespace but still receive the error, try refreshing the screen or navigating away and back to the relevant transaction.
  Ensure that the selection is being properly registered in the user interface.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check if your user account has the necessary authorizations to access and select tablespaces. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator to verify your permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or operation you are performing for any additional guidance.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to database management, such as DB02 (Database Performance Analysis) or DBACOCKPIT (Database Administration Cockpit).
  SAP Basis: This error is often encountered by SAP Basis administrators who are managing the database environment.
  Database Types: The error can occur in different database systems supported by SAP, such as Oracle, SQL Server, or HANA, depending on the configuration of your SAP system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.