How To Fix GP187 - Choose a field

GP187 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GP - FI-SL and CO planning

• Message number: 187

• Message text: Choose a field

What causes this issue?

In order for the system to work correctly, you must choose the field
for which you want to plan.

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?

Select a field.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

GP187 - Details

• The SAP error message GP187 "Choose a field" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly when working with the Personnel Administration or Organizational Management components. This error usually indicates that the system expects the user to select a specific field or value, but none has been selected.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Selection: The user has not selected a required field or value in a selection screen or input form.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the infotype or the screen layout that is causing the system to expect a field that is not available.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain fields, leading to this error.
  Data Entry Errors: The user may have skipped a mandatory field or entered data incorrectly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select the Required Field: Review the screen and ensure that you have selected all required fields. Look for any fields