How To Fix WD371 - Enter search criteria

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WD - Workflow definition

• Message number: 371

• Message text: Enter search criteria

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WD371 - Enter search criteria ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WD371 - Enter search criteria
  
  Cause:
  This error message typically appears in SAP Web Dynpro applications when a search operation is triggered without providing any search criteria. The application expects the user to enter at least one search parameter before executing the search. If no criteria are entered, the system cannot perform the search and prompts the user with this message.
  
  Explanation:
  
  The message WD371 is a standard Web Dynpro message indicating that the search input fields are empty.
  It is a validation message to ensure that the search is meaningful and does not return an unfiltered or excessively large dataset.
  This message helps improve performance and user experience by preventing unnecessary database queries.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Search Criteria:
  
  Before executing the search, fill in at least one search field with valid data. For example, enter a customer name, material number, date range, or any other relevant parameter depending on the application context.
  
  
  Check Mandatory Fields:
  
  Some Web Dynpro applications have mandatory search fields. Make sure these fields are not left blank.
  
  
  Modify Application (if applicable):
  
  If you are a developer or consultant and want to change this behavior:
  
  Review the Web Dynpro component's search method.
  Adjust the validation logic to allow empty searches if business requirements permit.
  Be cautious as allowing empty searches may impact performance.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Educate users to always provide at least one search criterion to avoid this message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Message Class: WD (Web Dynpro)
  Message Number: 371
  Context: Appears in Web Dynpro ABAP applications during search operations.
  SAP Notes: There might be specific SAP Notes related to the Web Dynpro application you are using that address search behavior or message customization.
  Transaction / Application: This message is generic and can appear in various Web Dynpro applications, such as CRM, SRM, or custom developments.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error Message
  WD371 - Enter search criteria
  
  
  Cause
  Search executed without any input criteria
  
  
  Solution
  Provide at least one search parameter before searching
  
  
  Additional
  Modify validation logic if necessary (developer task)
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the specific Web Dynpro application or scenario, I can help with more tailored advice or code snippets.