How To Fix RQ164 - Selection using F4 help is not possible as the select option is not empty

RQ164 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RQ - Messages for Cash Management and Forecast

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Selection using F4 help is not possible as the select option is not empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RQ164 - Selection using F4 help is not possible as the select option is not empty ?

  The SAP error message RQ164, which states "Selection using F4 help is not possible as the select option is not empty," typically occurs when you are trying to use the F4 help (value help) functionality in a selection screen, but there are already values present in the selection criteria fields. This can happen in various SAP transactions or reports where you are trying to filter data.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises because the F4 help is designed to provide a list of possible values for a field when it is empty. If there are already values entered in the selection criteria (e.g., a range of values or specific values), the system does not allow the F4 help to be invoked for that field.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Clear the Selection Criteria: Before attempting to use the F4 help, ensure that the selection criteria for the field you are trying to