How To Fix /RPM/SUBSTITUTE005 - Select the object(s) for which you want to unassign substitute

/RPM/SUBSTITUTE005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /RPM/SUBSTITUTE -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Select the object(s) for which you want to unassign substitute

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /RPM/SUBSTITUTE005 - Select the object(s) for which you want to unassign substitute ?

  The SAP error message /RPM/SUBSTITUTE005 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Resource and Portfolio Management (RPM) module when a user attempts to unassign a substitute for a resource or an object but has not selected any specific object(s) to unassign the substitute from.
  
  Cause:
  The error message indicates that the system requires the user to specify which object(s) they want to unassign the substitute from. This can happen if:
  
  The user has not selected any resources or objects in the interface before attempting to unassign the substitute.
  There may be a misunderstanding of the process or the interface, leading to the selection not being made.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Select the Object(s): Before attempting to unassign a substitute, ensure that you have selected the specific resource or object(s) from which you want to unassign the substitute. This may involve checking checkboxes or selecting items from a list.
  
  
  Check User Permissions: Ensure that