How To Fix S_ARC_LCM_MES031 - No documents selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_ARC_LCM_MES - Message Class for Legal Case Management (Subcomponent)

• Message number: 031

• Message text: No documents selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_ARC_LCM_MES031 - No documents selected ?

  The SAP error message S_ARC_LCM_MES031: No documents selected typically occurs in the context of the SAP Archive Management or Document Management System (DMS) when a user attempts to execute a function that requires documents to be selected, but no documents meet the criteria specified.
  Cause:
  
  No Documents Available: The most straightforward cause is that there are simply no documents available that match the selection criteria you have set.
  Selection Criteria: The filters or selection criteria you have applied may be too restrictive, resulting in no documents being selected.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select the documents.
  Document Status: The documents you are trying to access may be in a status that does not allow them to be selected (e.g., archived or deleted).
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database or the archive object.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review and adjust the selection criteria to ensure they are not too restrictive. Try broadening the filters to see if any documents appear.
  Verify Document Availability: Ensure that there are documents in the system that meet the criteria. You can do this by checking the relevant tables or using other transaction codes to view documents.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that your user account has the necessary permissions to access the documents. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Review Document Status: Check the status of the documents you are trying to access. If they are archived, ensure that you are using the correct transaction to access archived documents.
  Consult Logs: Look at the application logs or system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further investigation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration) or OAC0 (Archive Object Management) to manage and view archived documents.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to Archive Management and Document Management for more detailed guidance on managing documents and understanding error messages.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.