How To Fix WRF_DYNAMIC_SELECT012 - You did not specify any selection criteria - selection cancelled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_DYNAMIC_SELECT - Dynamic Selection

• Message number: 012

• Message text: You did not specify any selection criteria - selection cancelled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_DYNAMIC_SELECT012 - You did not specify any selection criteria - selection cancelled ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WRF_DYNAMIC_SELECT012: You did not specify any selection criteria - selection cancelled
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when a user tries to execute a report, query, or selection screen without entering any selection criteria. The system requires at least one selection criterion to limit the data retrieved; otherwise, it cancels the selection to prevent processing an unfiltered, potentially very large dataset.
  In other words, the selection screen or dynamic selection screen expects the user to specify some filter conditions. If none are provided, the system raises this message and cancels the operation.
  
  When does it typically occur?
  
  When running reports or queries with dynamic selections.
  When the selection screen is designed to require at least one input.
  When the program logic explicitly checks for empty selection criteria and raises this message to avoid full table scans or large data retrieval.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Specify at least one selection criterion:
  
  Before executing the report or query, enter at least one valid filter value in the selection screen fields or dynamic selections.
  
  
  Check the selection screen design:
  
  If you are a developer or consultant, verify the selection screen logic. The program might have a check like:
  IF selection_criteria IS INITIAL.
    MESSAGE wrf_dynamic_select012 TYPE 'E'.
  ENDIF.
  You can adjust the logic if necessary, but generally, it is recommended to enforce at least one selection to avoid performance issues.
  
  
  Use default values or optional parameters:
  
  If appropriate, set default values for selection fields to ensure the user does not leave all fields empty.
  
  
  Educate users:
  
  Inform users that they must enter at least one selection criterion to run the report or query.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Message Class: WRF_DYNAMIC_SELECT
  Message Number: 012
  This message is part of the standard SAP message class used for dynamic selection screens.
  It is a warning/error to prevent unfiltered data retrieval.
  Similar messages may appear in other reports or queries when no selection criteria are provided.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error Message
  WRF_DYNAMIC_SELECT012
  
  
  Meaning
  No selection criteria specified; selection cancelled
  
  
  Cause
  User did not enter any filter criteria on selection screen
  
  
  Solution
  Enter at least one selection criterion before executing the report/query
  
  
  Additional
  Check program logic if you are a developer; educate users
  
  
  
  
  If you need help with a specific report or transaction where this error occurs, please provide the transaction code or program name for more tailored guidance.