How To Fix 9J853 - You have not chosen a catalog. Please enter catalog first and press ENTER

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 9J -

• Message number: 853

• Message text: You have not chosen a catalog. Please enter catalog first and press ENTER

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 9J853 - You have not chosen a catalog. Please enter catalog first and press ENTER ?

  The SAP error message 9J853 ("You have not chosen a catalog. Please enter catalog first and press ENTER") typically occurs in the context of using the SAP system for procurement or when working with catalogs in the purchasing module. This error indicates that the user has not selected a catalog before attempting to perform an action that requires a catalog selection.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  No Catalog Selected: The user has not selected a catalog from which to choose items or services.
  Incorrect Navigation: The user may have navigated to a screen that requires a catalog selection without first selecting one.
  Session Issues: Sometimes, session-related issues or incomplete data can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Select a Catalog: 
  
  Navigate to the appropriate screen where you can select a catalog.
  Look for a dropdown or selection box that lists available catalogs.
  Choose the desired catalog from the list.
  
  
  
  Press ENTER: After selecting the catalog, press the ENTER key to confirm your selection. This should allow you to proceed with the intended action.
  
  
  Check User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access the catalogs. If you do not see any catalogs available, it may be a permissions issue.
  
  
  Refresh the Session: If the problem persists, try refreshing your session or logging out and back into the SAP system. This can help clear any session-related issues.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about which catalog to select, refer to your organization's procurement documentation or consult with a colleague who is familiar with the process.
  
  
  Contact Support: If none of the above solutions work, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or system administrator for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error may occur in various transaction codes related to purchasing, such as ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), or others that involve catalog selection.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to navigate the catalog selection process within SAP to minimize the occurrence of this error.
  System Configuration: Sometimes, the availability of catalogs can be affected by system configuration. Ensure that the catalogs are properly set up in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your tasks in SAP.