How To Fix K7144 - Make your selection for the drilldown list

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K7 - Messages for Row/Column Structure

• Message number: 144

• Message text: Make your selection for the drilldown list

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?

Select all the rows and columns which you want to appear as columns in
the drill-down list. If you do not select any, the system will display
all the columns in the drill-down list.
You can change these settings at any time from the list itself.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K7144 - Make your selection for the drilldown list ?

  The SAP error message K7144 ("Make your selection for the drilldown list") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when users are trying to access reports or drill down into data without having made the necessary selections or filters.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  No Selection Criteria Provided: The user has not specified any selection criteria for the report or drilldown, which is required to generate the desired output.
  Incomplete Input: The input fields required for the drilldown are not filled out completely, leading to the system being unable to process the request.
  User Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view certain data, which can lead to incomplete selections.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the K7144 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Provide Selection Criteria: Ensure that you have filled in all the necessary fields for the report or drilldown. This may include parameters like company code, cost center, period, etc.
  Check Input Fields: Review the input fields to ensure that they are not left blank and that the values entered are valid.
  Review User Authorizations: If you suspect that authorization issues may be causing the problem, check with your SAP security team to ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access the data you are trying to view.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific report or transaction you are using for any additional requirements or guidelines.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to CO reporting, such as KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items), KOB1 (Orders: Actual Line Items), etc.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific version of SAP you are using.
  User Training: If this error is common among users, consider providing training or documentation on how to properly use the reporting tools in SAP CO.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.