How To Fix WRBA001 - Selection was not restricted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRBA - Retail Buying: Additional Function

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Selection was not restricted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRBA001 - Selection was not restricted ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WRBA001 - Selection was not restricted
  
  Cause:
  The error message WRBA001 occurs when a selection screen or report is executed without any selection criteria or restrictions. In other words, the system expects the user to restrict the data selection by entering at least one selection parameter, but the user has left all selection fields blank or unrestricted.
  This is a safeguard to prevent the system from processing an unfiltered, potentially very large dataset, which could lead to performance issues or system overload.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  When running reports, batch jobs, or transactions that require at least one selection criterion.
  When the program logic includes a check to ensure that the user restricts the selection to avoid full table scans or large data retrievals.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter at least one selection criterion:
  
  Before executing the report or transaction, specify at least one filter or restriction in the selection screen fields. For example, enter a date range, document number, material number, or any other relevant parameter.
  
  
  Check the selection screen logic:
  
  If you are a developer or have access to the program code, check the selection screen validation logic. The message is usually triggered by a check like:
  IF selection_criteria IS INITIAL.
    MESSAGE wrba001 TYPE 'E'.
  ENDIF.
  Ensure that the selection criteria are properly defined and that the user is prompted accordingly.
  
  
  Adjust program logic (if applicable):
  
  If the program should allow unrestricted selection (not recommended), the check can be removed or modified. However, this should be done cautiously to avoid performance issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  This message is a warning/error to prevent unintentional large data processing.
  Common in reports dealing with large datasets such as financial postings, inventory reports, or sales documents.
  Always try to restrict your selection to improve performance and reduce system load.
  If you encounter this message in a custom program, review the selection screen and the validation logic in the ABAP code.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Description
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  No selection criteria entered; selection not restricted.
  
  
  Effect
  Program stops execution to prevent large data processing.
  
  
  Solution
  Enter at least one selection criterion before execution.
  
  
  Notes
  Check and adjust program logic if necessary; avoid unrestricted selections for performance reasons.
  
  
  
  
  If you need help with a specific transaction or report where this message appears, please provide the transaction code or program name for more detailed guidance.