How To Fix CMPERS116 - Internal error: Multiple selection not possible for field &1


CMPERS116 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: CMPERS - Personalization for Web Applications

  • Message number: 116

  • Message text: Internal error: Multiple selection not possible for field &1

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMPERS116 - Internal error: Multiple selection not possible for field &1 ?
    The SAP error message CMPERS116, which states "Internal error: Multiple selection not possible for field &1," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform a multiple selection operation on a field that does not support it. This can happen in various contexts, such as when using selection screens, reports, or transactions where certain fields are defined to accept only single values.
    
    Cause: Field Definition: The field in question (denoted by &1 in the error message) is defined in the data dictionary or the program as a single-value field. This means it does not support multiple selections. User Action: The user may have inadvertently tried to select multiple values for a field that is not designed to handle them, such as using the multiple selection button (often represented by a button with a list icon) on a single-value field. Custom Development: If the error occurs in a custom program or report, it may be due

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