How To Fix UMB205 - Select a document


UMB205 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: UMB - SEM-CPM: Balanced Scorecard

  • Message number: 205

  • Message text: Select a document

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UMB205 - Select a document ?
    The SAP error message UMB205 ("Select a document") typically occurs in the context of document management or when trying to process a document in SAP. This error indicates that the system expects you to select a document, but none has been selected or the selection criteria did not yield any results.
    
    Cause: No Document Selected: The most common cause is that the user has not selected any document from the list or the selection criteria did not match any existing documents. Incorrect Filters: The filters or search criteria applied may be too restrictive, resulting in no documents being displayed for selection. User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or select the documents in question. System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the document management system or the specific transaction being used.
    Solution: Select a Document: Ensure that you have selected a document from the list. If you are in

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