How To Fix /SMB/TASK015 - Select an activity type and enter a name first

/SMB/TASK015 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/TASK -

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Select an activity type and enter a name first

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/SMB/TASK015 - Details

• The SAP error message /SMB/TASK015 Select an activity type and enter a name first typically occurs in the context of the SAP Business ByDesign or SAP S/4HANA systems when a user is trying to create or modify a task or activity without providing the necessary information.
  
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that the system requires the user to select an activity type and provide a name for the task before proceeding. The absence of these mandatory fields prevents the system from processing the request.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Select an Activity Type: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant section where you are trying to create or modify a task.
  Look for a dropdown or selection field labeled "Activity Type" or similar.
  Choose an appropriate activity type from the list.
  
  
  
  Enter a Name:
  
  Locate the field where you can enter the name of the task or activity.
  Provide a meaningful name that describes the task.
  
  
  
  Save or Continue:
  
  After filling in