How To Fix SXMSF152 - First select a filter by double-clicking

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SXMSF -

• Message number: 152

• Message text: First select a filter by double-clicking

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SXMSF152 - First select a filter by double-clicking ?

  The SAP error message SXMSF152, which states "First select a filter by double-clicking," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Exchange Infrastructure (XI) or Process Integration (PI) when you are trying to access or manipulate messages in the message monitoring tool (SXMB_MONI) or similar transaction codes.
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that the user has not selected a filter or has not properly set up the filter criteria before attempting to view or process messages. The system requires a filter to be selected to narrow down the messages that are displayed, and without this selection, the operation cannot proceed.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Open the Message Monitoring Tool: Navigate to the appropriate transaction code (e.g., SXMB_MONI) in your SAP system.
  
  
  Select a Filter:
  
  Look for the filter options available in the tool.
  You may see a list of predefined filters or options to create a new filter.
  Double-click on a filter that you want to apply. This action should populate the filter criteria.
  
  
  
  Apply the Filter: After selecting the filter, ensure that it is applied correctly. You may need to click on a button like "Execute" or "Apply" to see the filtered results.
  
  
  Check for Additional Filters: If necessary, you can customize the filter criteria further to narrow down the results based on specific parameters (e.g., message status, date range, etc.).
  
  
  Retry the Operation: Once the filter is applied, try to perform the operation again that led to the error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SXMB_MONI (for message monitoring) and SXMSIF (for integration framework).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed guidance on using the message monitoring tools and understanding filters.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access and manipulate messages in the system.
  System Logs: If the issue persists, check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide further insight into the problem.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or PI/PO support team for further assistance.