How To Fix EC093 - Select a menu or the menu bar


EC093 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: EC - Development environment: Menu Painter

  • Message number: 093

  • Message text: Select a menu or the menu bar

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  • What causes this issue?

    Im this context (changing a sub-object used several times), the
    where-used list is intended only for sub-objects used within the user
    interface. No where-used list is supported for status.

    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?

    Use the cursor to choose a menu or the menu bar. You then see the
    result for the selected object.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EC093 - Select a menu or the menu bar ?
    The SAP error message EC093, which states "Select a menu or the menu bar," typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a function or transaction in SAP without having the necessary context or when the system expects a menu selection but none is made. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when a user tries to access a transaction directly without navigating through the appropriate menus.
    Causes:
    
    Direct Transaction Access: The user may be trying to access a transaction code directly without first selecting the appropriate menu path.
    Missing Menu Context: The system may require a specific menu context to execute the function, and if that context is not established, the error will occur.
    User Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain menus or transactions, leading to this error.
    System Configuration: There may be issues with the SAP GUI configuration or the way the menus are

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