How To Fix FRMLDLG371 - Select a different row; current row is totals row

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FRMLDLG - RMS-FRM: Dialog Messages for Formula

• Message number: 371

• Message text: Select a different row; current row is totals row

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FRMLDLG371 - Select a different row; current row is totals row ?

  The SAP error message FRMLDLG371 ("Select a different row; current row is totals row") typically occurs in the context of SAP's reporting or analysis tools, such as SAP BusinessObjects or SAP BW, when a user attempts to perform an action on a totals row in a report or data table. The totals row is a summary row that aggregates data from other rows, and certain actions cannot be performed on it.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A user tries to edit, delete, or perform an operation on a totals row in a report or data table.
  The system is designed to prevent modifications to summary rows to maintain data integrity and accuracy.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Select a Different Row: Ensure that you are selecting a data row (not a totals row) before performing any actions. Click on a row that contains detailed data rather than the summary row.
  
  
  Check Report Design: If you are designing or modifying a report, ensure that the totals row is not included in the actions that require row selection. You may need to adjust the report settings or logic to prevent this error.
  
  
  Review Permissions: In some cases, user permissions may restrict actions on certain rows. Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform the desired action on the selected row.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the functionality of the report or tool you are using, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to interact with totals rows.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you believe it is a system error, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP's support resources for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP BusinessObjects: If you are using SAP BusinessObjects, familiarize yourself with how to handle data tables and reports, especially regarding summary and detail rows.
  SAP BW: In SAP BW, understanding the structure of queries and how to manipulate data views can help avoid this error.
  User Training: Consider training sessions for users who frequently work with reports to help them understand how to navigate and interact with data tables effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FRMLDLG371 error and continue working with your SAP reports or data tables.