How To Fix SCRM253 - Select a check area first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCRM - Check Results Management

• Message number: 253

• Message text: Select a check area first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCRM253 - Select a check area first ?

  The SAP error message SCRM253: "Select a check area first" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) module, particularly when working with checks or evaluations related to suppliers or procurement processes.
  
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that the system requires you to select a "check area" before proceeding with the action you are trying to perform. A check area is a specific context or category within which checks or evaluations are conducted. If you attempt to execute a function that requires a check area without having one selected, the system will generate this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SCRM253 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Context: Determine where you are in the SAP system when the error occurs. This could be during supplier evaluation, procurement checks, or similar processes.
  
  
  Select a Check Area:
  
  Look for a dropdown menu or selection field labeled "Check Area" or similar in the screen you are working