How To Fix AY181 - Selected field does not have contents.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AY - Deprec. simulation - maint. module (AIPS) /gen. master data

• Message number: 181

• Message text: Selected field does not have contents.

What causes this issue?

The system cannot display the selected field, since it does not have a
value.

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?

Choose a different field.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AY181 - Selected field does not have contents. ?

  The SAP error message AY181, which states "Selected field does not have contents," typically occurs when a user attempts to process or save a transaction or data entry in SAP, but one or more required fields are empty or not filled out correctly. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during data entry in a transaction, when creating or modifying records, or when executing reports.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Required Fields: The most common cause is that a mandatory field has not been filled in. This could be a field that is required for the transaction or process you are trying to execute.
  Incorrect Field Selection: Sometimes, the error can occur if the user selects a field that is not applicable or does not have any data associated with it.
  Data Validation Rules: There may be specific validation rules set up in the system that require certain fields to be populated before proceeding.
  User Authorization