How To Fix R9068 - Release fields "Sign" and "Option"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R9 - Business Explorer

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Release fields "Sign" and "Option"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R9068 - Release fields "Sign" and "Option" ?

  The SAP error message R9068, which states "Release fields 'Sign' and 'Option'", typically occurs in the context of a selection screen or report where the system expects certain fields to be filled out correctly, particularly when dealing with selection criteria for data retrieval.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  Missing Selection Criteria: The selection criteria for a report or transaction are incomplete. Specifically, the fields for "Sign" (which indicates whether to include or exclude values) and "Option" (which specifies the type of comparison, such as "EQ" for equal, "NE" for not equal, etc.) are not filled in.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the report or selection screen may not be set up correctly, leading to the system expecting these fields to be populated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the R9068 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Ensure that all required fields in the selection screen are filled out correctly. Specifically, look for the "Sign" and "Option" fields and make sure they are populated.
  
  Sign: This field typically has values like "I" (Include) or "E" (Exclude).
  Option: This field should have a valid comparison operator (e.g., "EQ", "NE", "GT", "LT", etc.).
  
  
  
  Review Report Configuration: If you are a developer or have access to the configuration settings, check the report or transaction configuration to ensure that the selection screen is set up correctly and that all necessary fields are defined.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the required fields or their values, refer to the documentation for the specific report or transaction you are using. This can provide guidance on what is expected.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific transaction or report you are working with.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to the report or selection screen to better understand the context of the error.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly fill out selection criteria to avoid this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the R9068 error and successfully execute the desired report or transaction in SAP.