How To Fix /SAPAPO/RRP186 - To select an alternative, select one or several rows

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RRP -

• Message number: 186

• Message text: To select an alternative, select one or several rows

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RRP186 - To select an alternative, select one or several rows ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RRP186 typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a user is trying to select an alternative product or resource but has not selected any rows in the relevant selection screen. This message indicates that the system requires at least one row to be selected in order to proceed with the action.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following:
  
  The user is attempting to perform an action that requires selecting one or more alternatives (such as a product or resource) but has not made any selections.
  The selection criteria or filters applied may not yield any results, leading to an empty selection.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Select Rows: Ensure that you select one or more rows in the list of alternatives presented in the selection screen. You can do this by clicking on the checkbox next to the desired rows.
  Check Filters: If no alternatives are displayed, check the filters or selection criteria you have applied. Adjust them to ensure that relevant alternatives are visible.
  Refresh the List: If you believe there should be alternatives available, try refreshing the list or re-running the selection criteria to see if the alternatives appear.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and select the alternatives. Lack of proper permissions may prevent you from seeing or selecting certain rows.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the selection process, refer to the SAP documentation or user guides related to the specific transaction or process you are working on.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error may occur in various transaction codes related to planning and scheduling in SAP APO, such as /SAPAPO/RRP3 (Product View) or /SAPAPO/RRP4 (Resource View).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Training: If this error is common among users, consider providing training or documentation on how to properly select alternatives in the APO system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or technical team for further assistance.