How To Fix F5A157 - Select at least one entry

F5A157 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5A - Document Editing

• Message number: 157

• Message text: Select at least one entry

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F5A157 - Details

• The SAP error message F5A157: "Select at least one entry" typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a function or transaction that requires at least one selection or entry to be made, but none has been selected. This can happen in various contexts, such as when processing a list of items, executing a report, or performing a batch operation.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Selection Made: The most common cause is that the user has not selected any items from a list or table before attempting to proceed with an action.
  Filters Applied: Sometimes, filters may be applied that result in no visible entries, leading the user to believe there are items to select when there are none.
  User Interface Issues: Occasionally, there may be issues with the user interface that prevent selections from being registered correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Make a Selection: Ensure that you select at least one entry from the list or table before proceeding. This can