How To Fix 9J166 - At least one indicator must be set

9J166 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 9J -

• Message number: 166

• Message text: At least one indicator must be set

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 9J166 - At least one indicator must be set ?

  The SAP error message 9J166 ("At least one indicator must be set") typically occurs in the context of certain transactions or processes where specific indicators or flags are required to be activated for the operation to proceed. This error is often seen in the context of configuration or data entry in modules like Materials Management (MM), Sales and Distribution (SD), or Production Planning (PP).
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when a user attempts to save or process a transaction without selecting at least one of the required indicators. This could happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  When creating or modifying a material master record, where certain fields or indicators must be filled out.
  In the context of a sales order or purchase order where specific conditions or indicators are necessary for processing.
  During configuration settings where certain options must be enabled.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Transaction: Determine which transaction or process you were