How To Fix 37834 - Element exists in already selected element (element not selected)

37834 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 37 - Screen Painter

• Message number: 834

• Message text: Element exists in already selected element (element not selected)

What causes this issue?

The required element is in a container that is already selected. This
means that any operation (such as moving or deleting) applies both to
the container and to its elements. Selecting the element is therefore
redundant.

System Response

The element cannot be selected.

How to fix this error?

If you need to edit the element separately, move it out of the
container.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 37834 - Element exists in already selected element (element not selected) ?

  The SAP error message 37834, which states "Element exists in already selected element (element not selected)," typically occurs in the context of SAP's data selection or reporting functionalities, particularly when dealing with hierarchical data structures or selection criteria.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  Duplicate Selections: You are trying to select an element that is already part of a previously selected group or hierarchy. For example, if you are working with a hierarchy and you attempt to select a node that is already included in another selected node.
  Incorrect Hierarchical Structure: The structure of the data you are working with may not allow for the selection of certain elements due to their relationships with other elements.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity or configuration that prevent the selection of certain elements.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Review Selections: Check your current selections to ensure that you are