How To Fix XW215 - No selection criteria specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XW - DART - Data Retention Tool

• Message number: 215

• Message text: No selection criteria specified

What causes this issue?

No selection criteria were specified for this query.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Please enter at least a company code on the selection screen.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XW215 - No selection criteria specified ?

  The SAP error message XW215: No selection criteria specified typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that requires selection criteria, but none have been provided. This can happen in various SAP modules, especially when dealing with reports or data retrieval functions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The user did not enter any selection criteria in the input fields before executing the report.
  Default Values: The system may not have default values set for the selection criteria, leading to an empty input.
  User Error: The user may have overlooked the required fields or misunderstood the input requirements.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Selection Criteria: Ensure that you fill in the necessary selection criteria fields before executing the report. This may include parameters like date ranges, document numbers, or other relevant filters.
  Check for Required Fields: Review the report documentation or help text to identify which fields are mandatory for execution.
  Default Values: If applicable, check if there are settings