How To Fix CO157 - Select mode e

CO157 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 157

• Message text: Select mode e

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO157 - Select mode e ?

  The SAP error message CO157, which states "Select mode e," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) and can be related to various issues in the configuration or execution of a transaction. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  
  Incorrect Selection Mode: The error may arise if the system is expecting a different selection mode than what is being provided. This can happen if the user is trying to execute a report or transaction that requires a specific mode (like "e" for "execute") but is not set correctly.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the controlling area or the specific settings related to the transaction being executed.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the error can be related to insufficient authorizations for the user to perform the action in the selected mode.
  
  
  Data Issues: If the data being processed is incomplete or inconsistent, it may