How To Fix /SMB/SC_MAIN034 - Selection template &1 was saved as empty selection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/SC_MAIN -

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Selection template &1 was saved as empty selection

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/SC_MAIN034 - Selection template &1 was saved as empty selection ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/SC_MAIN034 Selection template &1 was saved as empty selection typically occurs in the context of the SAP Business One or SAP Business ByDesign systems when a user attempts to save a selection template without any criteria defined. This means that the selection template does not contain any filters or parameters, which makes it effectively empty.
  Cause:
  
  No Criteria Defined: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not defined any selection criteria when trying to save the template.
  User Error: The user may have intended to create a selection template but inadvertently left it blank.
  System Configuration: There may be system settings or configurations that prevent saving templates without criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  Define Selection Criteria: Before saving the selection template, ensure that you have defined at least one selection criterion. This could be a filter based on fields such as date, status, or any other relevant parameter.
  Review Template Settings: Check the settings of the selection template to ensure that it is configured correctly and that you are following the required steps to save it.
  User Training: If this is a recurring issue, consider providing training or documentation to users on how to properly create and save selection templates.
  Check for System Updates: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date, as there may be patches or updates that address this issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on creating and managing selection templates.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if you suspect it may be a bug or a configuration issue.
  
  By ensuring that selection criteria are defined and following the correct procedures, you should be able to avoid this error message in the future.