How To Fix LM296 - Enter values for all the chosen selection options

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LM - Treasury: Limit Management

• Message number: 296

• Message text: Enter values for all the chosen selection options

What causes this issue?

All the selection options that appear on the selection screen for
restricting the limit characteristic values must be filled. If you do
not want to limit the values for a particular limit characteristic,
suppress the corresponding selection option.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LM296 - Enter values for all the chosen selection options ?

  The SAP error message LM296 "Enter values for all the chosen selection options" typically occurs when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires specific selection criteria to be filled in, but one or more of those required fields are left empty.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input Values: The most common cause is that you have not filled in all the mandatory fields in the selection screen. SAP requires certain fields to be populated to process the request.
  Incorrect Field Configuration: Sometimes, the configuration of the selection screen may require additional fields that are not immediately obvious.
  User Authorization: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain fields or data, leading to incomplete selections.
  
  Solution:
  
  Fill in All Required Fields: Go through the selection screen and ensure that all mandatory fields (usually marked with an asterisk or highlighted) are filled in with appropriate values.
  Check Field Requirements: Review the documentation or help text associated with the report or transaction to understand which fields are required.
  Consult with a Colleague or SAP Support: If you are unsure which fields are required, consult with a colleague who is familiar with the report or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  Review User Authorizations: If you suspect that authorization issues may be causing the problem, check with your SAP security team to ensure you have the necessary permissions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error can occur in various transaction codes, especially those related to reporting or data extraction.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific transaction or report you are using.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly fill out selection screens in SAP to avoid this error in the future.
  
  By ensuring that all required fields are filled out correctly, you should be able to resolve the LM296 error and proceed with your transaction or report execution.