How To Fix /SAPAPO/FAVSEL007 - Enter a description

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/FAVSEL -

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Enter a description

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/FAVSEL007 - Enter a description ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/FAVSEL007 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a user attempts to create or modify a favorite selection but does not provide a required description for that selection. This error is a prompt to ensure that every favorite selection has a meaningful description for identification purposes.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A user tries to save a favorite selection without entering a description.
  The description field is mandatory, and leaving it blank violates the system's requirements.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  Enter a Description: When prompted with the error message, go back to the favorite selection screen and enter a meaningful description in the designated field.
  Save the Selection: After entering the description, attempt to save the favorite selection again.
  Check for Other Required Fields: Ensure that all other mandatory fields are filled out correctly, as there may be additional requirements depending on the specific context of your favorite selection.
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of providing descriptions for favorite selections in SAP APO.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or your organization's internal documentation for guidelines on creating and managing favorite selections in SAP APO.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, it may be worth checking with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that there are no custom settings affecting the behavior of favorite selections.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.