How To Fix RSMPC172 - Press to refresh the selection list

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSMPC - Messages for Process Chains of Generic Processes

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Press to refresh the selection list

What causes this issue?

It is no longer possible to include a data transfer process (DTP) as a
selection in the deletion process when selecting an InfoPackage.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If the input help for the <LS>Object Type</> field no longer displays
the <LS>Data Transfer Process</> option, press <ENTER>. A PBO/PAI is
triggered.
If you want to select DTP processes instead of InfoPackages for
processing, delete all InfoPackage selections from this variant and
press <ENTER>. Afterwards, both the <LS>Data Transfer Process</> and
<LS>InfoPackage</> option are visible again in the input help for the
<LS>Object Type</> field.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSMPC172 - Press to refresh the selection list ?

  The SAP error message RSMPC172, which states "Press  to refresh the selection list," typically occurs in the context of SAP's data processing or reporting transactions, particularly when using the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) systems. This message indicates that the selection list displayed in the transaction is not up-to-date or has not been refreshed after a change in the selection criteria.
  Cause:
  
  Outdated Selection List: The selection list may not reflect the most current data due to changes in the underlying data or selection criteria.
  Data Load Issues: If data has been recently loaded into the system, the selection list may not automatically refresh to include the new data.
  User Interaction: The user may have made changes to the selection criteria but has not yet refreshed the list to see the updated results.
  
  Solution:
  
  Press : The immediate solution is to follow the prompt and press the  key. This action will refresh the selection list and update it with the latest data based on the current selection criteria.
  Check Data Load Status: If the issue persists, verify that the data load processes have completed successfully. You can check the status of data loads in the Data Warehousing Workbench or relevant transaction codes.
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria you are using are correct and relevant to the data you expect to see. Adjust them if necessary and then refresh the list again.
  Reopen the Transaction: If the problem continues, try closing and reopening the transaction or report to reset the session.
  Consult Documentation: If you are still facing issues, refer to SAP documentation or support resources for further troubleshooting steps specific to your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to reporting and data analysis in SAP BW/BI.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the problem persists after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to contact your SAP support team for further assistance.