How To Fix ON117 - Select an object type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ON - Tools in area Object Modeler / Object Editor

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Select an object type

What causes this issue?

You have chosen Edit->Select on/off->Cursor position. However no class
or interface can be seen on the corresponding cursor position.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Position the cursor on or in a frame and redo the operation.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ON117 - Select an object type ?

  The SAP error message ON117 "Select an object type" typically occurs in the context of object selection in various SAP transactions, particularly when the system expects the user to specify a type of object (like a material, vendor, customer, etc.) but none has been selected.
  Cause:
  
  No Object Type Selected: The most common cause is that the user has not selected any object type from the available options.
  Incorrect Navigation: The user may have navigated to a screen or transaction that requires an object type to be specified but did not do so.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select certain object types, leading to this error.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent the selection of object types.
  
  Solution:
  
  Select an Object Type: Ensure that you select the appropriate object type from the available options before proceeding. Look for dropdown menus or selection boxes that allow you to specify the object type.
  Check Navigation Path: Make sure you are following the correct navigation path for the transaction you are trying to execute. If you are unsure, refer to the documentation or help resources for that specific transaction.
  Review 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 to access the object types you need.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific transaction to understand the requirements for selecting object types.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error can occur in various transaction codes, so knowing the specific transaction you are working with can help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this issue.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly select object types in the relevant transactions to avoid this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ON117 error and proceed with your SAP tasks.