How To Fix UCS0016 - Selection screen does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCS0 - Messages for Status Management

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Selection screen does not exist

What causes this issue?

The system could not find a generated selection screen for the program
to be executed.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

In most cases, you can solve the problem by manually regenerating the
screens with program <LB>UCUSSG00</> and entering the consolidation area
concerned.
To do this, start program <LB>UCUSSG00</> using transaction <LB>SE38</>
and choose the appropriate option on the selection screen of the
program.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCS0016 - Selection screen does not exist ?

  The SAP error message UCS0016, which states "Selection screen does not exist," typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that references a selection screen that is either not defined or not available in the system. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Deleted Selection Screen: The selection screen associated with the report or transaction may have been deleted or is not properly defined in the program.
  Transport Issues: If the program or selection screen was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process, leading to missing components.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the selection screen or the associated program.
  Incorrect Program Name: The transaction or report may be incorrectly specified, leading to a call for a non-existent selection screen.
  Program Errors: There may be errors in the ABAP code that prevent the selection screen from being displayed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Program/Transaction: Verify that the program or transaction you are trying to execute is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by checking the transaction code in SE93 or the program name in SE38.
  Review Selection Screen Definition: If you have access to the ABAP development environment, check the program in SE38 or SE80 to ensure that the selection screen is defined correctly.
  Transport Check: If the program was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues. You may need to re-transport the program or selection screen.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the program. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the program to see where the error occurs and gather more information about the issue.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or patches related to the UCS0016 error. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SU53 (Authorization Check) for troubleshooting.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or community forums for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UCS0016 error and implement a suitable solution.