How To Fix SLAD016 - Selection type &1 does not exist. Change to standard selection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SLAD - SLAD: Messages for "Layer Aware Debugging"

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Selection type &1 does not exist. Change to standard selection

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SLAD016 - Selection type &1 does not exist. Change to standard selection ?

  The SAP error message SLAD016, which states "Selection type &1 does not exist. Change to standard selection," typically occurs in the context of SAP's reporting or selection screens, particularly when dealing with selection variants or custom selection types that are not recognized by the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Non-Existent Selection Type: The selection type specified (represented by &1) does not exist in the system. This could happen if:
  
  The selection type was deleted or not created properly.
  There is a typo or error in the selection type name.
  The selection type is specific to a particular client or configuration that is not available in the current environment.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the selection type was transported from another system and the transport did not include all necessary objects, it may not be available in the target system.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified selection type.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Selection Type: Verify that the selection type exists in the system. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant transaction or report where the selection type is used.
  Checking the configuration or settings for selection types in the relevant module.
  
  
  
  Create or Restore Selection Type: If the selection type does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup or transport request.
  
  
  Correct Typo: Ensure that there are no typographical errors in the selection type name. Double-check the input against the list of available selection types.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the selection type. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  Use Standard Selection: If the specific selection type is not critical, you can opt to use the standard selection options provided by SAP.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on managing selection types and variants.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using specific transaction codes (e.g., SE93 for selection variants).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SLAD016 error and ensure that your selection types are correctly configured and accessible.