How To Fix CMS008 - Select an entry before executing the function

CMS008 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS - KPro: Content Management Service

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Select an entry before executing the function

What causes this issue?

You attempted to execute a function (delete, for example) that only
works on selected entries, but you did not select an entry.

System Response

The function was not exectuted.

How to fix this error?

Select an entry before executing the required function.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS008 - Select an entry before executing the function ?

  The SAP error message CMS008: "Select an entry before executing the function" typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when a user attempts to perform an action that requires a selection of an entry (such as a record or item) but has not selected any.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Selection Made: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected any entries in the list or table before trying to execute a function (like delete, edit, or display).
  User Interface Issue: Sometimes, the user interface may not clearly indicate that an entry needs to be selected.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the configuration of the SAP system or the specific transaction might require a selection that is not obvious to the user.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select an Entry: Before executing the function, ensure that you have selected at least one entry in the list or table. This can usually be done by clicking