How To Fix CY172 - Please select one selection profile

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CY - Capacity Requirements Planning

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Please select one selection profile

What causes this issue?

When choosing a selection profile, you either have to enter its name or
mark one of the listed profiles. If you have marked more than one, or
entered one and marked another, the selection is no longer unique.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Please check your entry.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CY172 - Please select one selection profile ?

  The SAP error message CY172 ("Please select one selection profile") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with selection profiles in reports or planning functions. This error indicates that the system expects a selection profile to be specified, but none has been selected.
  Cause:
  
  No Selection Profile Selected: The user has not selected a required selection profile in the relevant transaction or report.
  Configuration Issues: The selection profiles may not be properly configured or available for the user’s role or authorization.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked the selection profile field or not understood its necessity.
  
  Solution:
  
  Select a Profile: When prompted with the error, go back to the selection screen and ensure that you select a valid selection profile from the dropdown list.
  Check Configuration: If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, verify that the selection profiles are correctly set up in the system. This can be done through the relevant customizing transactions.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the selection profiles. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or report you are using to understand the requirements for selection profiles.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to reporting or planning in the CO module, such as KSB1 (Report: Actual Line Items), KP06 (Change Plan Data), etc.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Training: If this error is common among users, consider providing training or documentation on how to properly use selection profiles in the relevant transactions.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.