How To Fix UPWB171 - First select MIME directory in tree

UPWB171 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPWB - Messages for Development Class UPWB

• Message number: 171

• Message text: First select MIME directory in tree

What causes this issue?

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

,,MIME objects can only be imported under directories or
subdirectories.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPWB171 - First select MIME directory in tree ?

  The SAP error message UPWB171, which states "First select MIME directory in tree," typically occurs in the context of the SAP User Interface (UI) or when working with the SAP Web Application Server. This error indicates that the system expects you to select a MIME (Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions) directory before proceeding with an action that requires it.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following reasons:
  
  MIME Directory Not Selected: The user has not selected a MIME directory in the tree structure of the SAP system. MIME directories are used to store various types of files, such as images, stylesheets, and scripts, that are needed for web applications.
  Incorrect Navigation: The user may have navigated to a part of the application where a MIME directory is required but did not select it.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UPWB171 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Open the MIME Repository:
  
  Navigate to the MIME repository in the SAP GUI or the relevant