How To Fix /OSP/MSG397 - Please select the Scheduling Option

/OSP/MSG397 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /OSP/MSG -

• Message number: 397

• Message text: Please select the Scheduling Option

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /OSP/MSG397 - Please select the Scheduling Option ?

  The SAP error message /OSP/MSG397 Please select the Scheduling Option typically occurs in the context of the SAP Order Scheduling Process (OSP). This error indicates that the user has not selected a scheduling option when trying to execute a scheduling-related transaction or function.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the user is attempting to perform an action that requires a scheduling option to be selected, but none has been chosen. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  When trying to schedule production orders, maintenance orders, or other types of orders.
  When the scheduling screen is presented, but the user fails to select an option from the available scheduling methods.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Transaction: Determine which transaction or screen you are on when the error occurs. This will help you understand the context of the scheduling options.
  
  
  Select a Scheduling Option:
  
  Look for a dropdown menu or selection box