How To Fix BT163 - Select the end of the block first

BT163 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BT - Background processing messages

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Select the end of the block first

What causes this issue?

You marked the start of a block of jobs, but you did not mark the end
of the block before selecting another operation.

System Response

No action taken.

How to fix this error?

Mark the end of the block of jobs. Then select the operation that is
to be performed upon the block of marked jobs.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BT163 - Select the end of the block first ?

  The SAP error message BT163 ("Select the end of the block first") typically occurs in the context of block selection in SAP GUI, particularly when working with data in lists or reports. This error indicates that the system expects you to select a block of data, but the selection is not properly defined.
  
  Cause:
  The error usually arises when:
  
  You attempt to perform an action (like copying, deleting, or processing) on a block of data without first selecting the starting point of the block.
  The selection method used is incorrect, such as trying to select a block of rows without first clicking on the first row of the block.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BT163 error, follow these steps:
  
  Select the Block Properly: Ensure that you first click on the starting row of the block you want to select. Then, while holding down the Shift key, click on the last row of the block. This will select all