How To Fix COM_ALTER_IDENT049 - Select a row

COM_ALTER_IDENT049 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_ALTER_IDENT - Messages for Alternative Identifiers

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Select a row

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COM_ALTER_IDENT049 - Details

• The SAP error message COM_ALTER_IDENT049 with the description "Select a row" typically occurs in the context of data manipulation or selection within SAP applications, particularly when working with tables or lists where a user is expected to select a specific row before proceeding with an action.
  
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  No Row Selected: The user attempted to perform an action (like editing, deleting, or processing) without selecting a row in a table or list.
  User Interface Issue: Sometimes, the user interface may not properly register a selection due to a glitch or refresh issue.
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary permissions to select or manipulate the data, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the COM_ALTER_IDENT049 error, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Select a Row: Ensure that you have selected a row in the table or list before attempting to perform any action.