How To Fix CA285 - Select "Exit" to return from object overview to selection list

CA285 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CA - CIM messages: ABAP reporting

• Message number: 285

• Message text: Select "Exit" to return from object overview to selection list

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CA285 - Select "Exit" to return from object overview to selection list ?

  The SAP error message CA285, which states "Select 'Exit' to return from object overview to selection list," typically occurs when a user is trying to navigate away from an object overview screen in the SAP system. This message is not necessarily an error in the traditional sense but rather an informational message indicating that the user should exit the current screen to return to the previous selection list.
  
  Cause:
  
  Navigation Attempt: The user may have attempted to navigate away from the object overview screen without properly exiting it.
  User Action: The user might have clicked on a button or link that is not intended for navigation away from the overview screen.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Use the Exit Option: To resolve this message, simply select the "Exit" button or option on the screen. This will take you back to the previous selection list or screen.
  Follow Navigation Protocol: Ensure that you are following the correct navigation steps as per