How To Fix GU757 - Enter a valid set (see the long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GU - FI-SL utilities

• Message number: 757

• Message text: Enter a valid set (see the long text)

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Enter a basic set or a single-dimension set for the relevant dimension.
It must be a set for object table &v1&, summary table &v2&, line
item table &v3& or for plan line item table &v4&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GU757 - Enter a valid set (see the long text) ?

  The SAP error message GU757, which states "Enter a valid set (see the long text)," typically occurs in the context of using sets in SAP, particularly when dealing with selection sets or variants in reports or transactions. This error indicates that the system is expecting a valid set identifier, but the input provided is either incorrect or does not exist.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Set Identifier: The set identifier you entered does not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified set.
  Set Deletion: The set may have been deleted or is no longer available.
  Incorrect Input Format: The format of the input may not match the expected format for set identifiers.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Set Identifier: Verify that the set identifier you are entering is correct. You can do this by checking the list of available sets in the relevant transaction or report.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the set. You may need to contact your SAP administrator to verify your permissions.
  Create or Restore Set: If the set has been deleted, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if available.
  Input Format: Ensure that you are entering the set identifier in the correct format. Refer to the documentation or help text for the expected format.
  Consult Long Text: The error message suggests checking the long text for more details. You can usually find this by clicking on the error message or using the F1 help function in SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor), SE80 (Object Navigator), or others related to reporting and variants.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for more information on working with sets and variants.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.