How To Fix /SAPTRX/EH_DISP_OV_C002 - Default tab page must be one of the selected tab pages; correct setting

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPTRX/EH_DISP_OV_C -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Default tab page must be one of the selected tab pages; correct setting

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPTRX/EH_DISP_OV_C002 - Default tab page must be one of the selected tab pages; correct setting ?

  The SAP error message /SAPTRX/EH_DISP_OV_C002 indicates that there is a configuration issue related to the tab pages in the SAP system. Specifically, it suggests that the default tab page set in the configuration is not among the selected tab pages for a particular application or transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Mismatch: The default tab page specified in the configuration does not match any of the tab pages that have been selected for display.
  Missing Tab Page: The tab page that is set as the default may have been removed or is not available in the current configuration.
  User-Specific Settings: The error may arise from user-specific settings that conflict with the global configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the settings for the application or module where the error occurs.
  Verify the list of selected tab pages and ensure that the default tab page is included in this list.
  
  
  
  Adjust Default Tab Page:
  
  If the default tab page is not among the selected tab pages, either add it to the list of selected tab pages or change the default tab page to one that is included in the selection.
  
  
  
  User-Specific Settings:
  
  If the issue is user-specific, check the user settings in transaction SU01 or SU3. Ensure that the user profile does not have conflicting settings regarding tab pages.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If changes were made in a development environment, ensure that the transport requests are correctly moved to the quality or production environment.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module or application to see if there are any known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the application or transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific notes related to this error message. SAP frequently updates their knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SU01 (User Maintenance), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for configuration and troubleshooting.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to access the tab pages and configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance, as they may have more insights into the specific configuration of your SAP environment.