How To Fix ME201 - Please choose a valid line

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Please choose a valid line

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME201 - Please choose a valid line ?

  The SAP error message ME201 ("Please choose a valid line") typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions, when the system expects a valid line item to be selected or processed, but the selection is either invalid or not recognized.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Line Selection: The user may have selected a line item that is not valid for the operation they are trying to perform (e.g., trying to process a line that has been deleted or is not in the correct status).
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow further processing (e.g., a closed or completed document).
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect information in the line items.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the selected line item.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that affect how line items are processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Line Selection: Ensure that you have selected a valid line item. Verify that the line item exists and is in a status that allows processing.
  Review Document Status: Check the status of the document you are working with. If it is closed or completed, you may need to create a new document or modify the existing one if allowed.
  Validate Data: Review the data in the line items for any inconsistencies or missing information. Correct any issues found.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the action on the selected line item. If not, contact your system administrator for assistance.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the transaction you are performing.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further troubleshooting.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to purchasing, such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), or ME23N (Display Purchase Order).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Consider searching SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ME201 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.