How To Fix 29596 - Please select at least one comparison field

29596 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 29 - Bills of Material

• Message number: 596

• Message text: Please select at least one comparison field

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 29596 - Please select at least one comparison field ?

  The SAP error message 29596, "Please select at least one comparison field," typically occurs in the context of data comparison or analysis processes within SAP systems, such as during the execution of reports or transactions that require the user to specify certain fields for comparison.
  
  Cause:
  This error arises when the user attempts to execute a function or report that requires at least one comparison field to be selected, but none have been chosen. Comparison fields are essential for the system to understand what data it should analyze or compare.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Transaction or Report: Determine which transaction or report you are trying to execute when the error occurs.
  
  
  Select Comparison Fields:
  
  Go back to the selection screen of the transaction or report.
  Look for the section where comparison fields are listed.
  Ensure that you select at least one field from the available options. This could be fields like date, material