How To Fix SMI_GENERAL178 - Choose atleast one row to be deleted.

SMI_GENERAL178 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMI_GENERAL -

• Message number: 178

• Message text: Choose atleast one row to be deleted.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMI_GENERAL178 - Choose atleast one row to be deleted. ?

  The SAP error message SMI_GENERAL178 ("Choose at least one row to be deleted") typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when you are trying to delete entries from a list or table, but you have not selected any rows to delete. This can happen in various transactions or applications within SAP, particularly in areas related to inventory management, material management, or similar modules where lists of items are displayed.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error message is that the user has attempted to execute a delete operation without selecting any rows from the list. The system requires at least one row to be selected to proceed with the deletion.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Select Rows: Before attempting to delete, ensure that you have selected at least one row from the list. You can usually do this by clicking on the checkbox next to the row or highlighting the