How To Fix FIN_RE_MAINT020 - Please choose an event first

FIN_RE_MAINT020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIN_RE_MAINT - messages for the rule maintenance report

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Please choose an event first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_RE_MAINT020 - Please choose an event first ?

  The SAP error message FIN_RE_MAINT020 with the description "Please choose an event first" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Real Estate Management (RE) module. This error indicates that the system requires you to select an event before proceeding with a specific action or transaction.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  No Event Selected: The user has not selected any event in the transaction screen where the error occurs.
  Incorrect Navigation: The user may have navigated to a screen or function that requires an event to be selected first, but they have not done so.
  User Authorization: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select events.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FIN_RE_MAINT020 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Select an Event: Ensure that you have selected an event from the available list. Look for a dropdown or selection box where you can choose the relevant