How To Fix LAW2_MESSAGES016 - No Excel file selected

LAW2_MESSAGES016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LAW2_MESSAGES - LAW 2.0 Message Class

• Message number: 016

• Message text: No Excel file selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LAW2_MESSAGES016 - No Excel file selected ?

  The SAP error message LAW2_MESSAGES016, which states "No Excel file selected," typically occurs when a user attempts to upload or process data from an Excel file in SAP but has not selected a file or the file selection was not successful.
  
  Cause:
  
  No File Selected: The user did not select an Excel file before attempting to execute the function that requires it.
  File Path Issues: The file path may not be correctly specified, or the file may not be accessible due to permissions or network issues.
  File Format: The selected file may not be in the correct format (e.g., it should be an .xls or .xlsx file).
  User Interface Issues: There may be a problem with the user interface or the way the file selection dialog is presented.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select the File: Ensure that you have selected the appropriate Excel file before executing the function. Use the file selection dialog to browse and select the file.
  Check File