How To Fix /BOBF/CUST_UI016 - Choose the transient subnode

/BOBF/CUST_UI016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/CUST_UI -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Choose the transient subnode

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/CUST_UI016 - Choose the transient subnode ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/CUST_UI016 Choose the transient subnode typically occurs in the context of the Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF) when working with custom UI applications or Fiori apps. This error indicates that the system expects the user to select a transient subnode (a temporary or non-persistent node) in the data model, but none has been selected.
  
  Cause:
  
  Transient Node Requirement: The application is designed to work with a transient node, but the user has not selected one. Transient nodes are often used for temporary data that does not need to be stored in the database.
  UI Configuration: The UI might not be properly configured to display or allow selection of the transient subnode.
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the underlying data model or the way the BOPF business object is defined.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select a Transient Subnode: Ensure that you are selecting the appropriate transient subnode in the UI. This may involve