How To Fix RSGMD_MSG016 - Select an object type

RSGMD_MSG016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSGMD_MSG - Message Class

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Select an object type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSGMD_MSG016 - Select an object type ?

  The SAP error message RSGMD_MSG016 with the text "Select an object type" typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when a user is trying to perform an action that requires specifying an object type, but none has been selected. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when working with the SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) or other modules that involve object management.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following:
  
  No Object Type Selected: The user has not selected any object type from the available options.
  Incorrect Navigation: The user may have navigated to a screen or function that requires an object type but did not select one.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the object types in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Select an Object Type: Ensure that you select a valid object type from the list provided in