How To Fix KB016 - Select one of the alternatives specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KB - Controlling: Reporting

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Select one of the alternatives specified

What causes this issue?

The options specified are alternatives. You are only permitted to
select one of these alternatives.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Mark only one of the alternatives. Use the F4 key to determine what
the alternatives are used for.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KB016 - Select one of the alternatives specified ?

  The SAP error message KB016, which states "Select one of the alternatives specified," typically occurs in the context of a selection screen where the user is required to choose from a set of predefined options or alternatives. This error can arise in various SAP transactions, particularly in the context of configuration or data entry where multiple choices are available.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the user attempts to execute a transaction or report without selecting one of the required options. This could happen due to:
  
  No Selection Made: The user did not select any of the available options.
  Invalid Input: The input provided does not match any of the expected alternatives.
  Mandatory Field: The selection field is mandatory, and the user has left it blank.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KB016 error, follow these steps:
  
  Review the Selection Screen: Go back to the selection screen where the error occurred.
  Make a Selection: Ensure that you select one of the