How To Fix VA180 - Enter a selection report first

VA180 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VA - Output for CAS Sales Activities

• Message number: 180

• Message text: Enter a selection report first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VA180 - Enter a selection report first ?

  The SAP error message VA180: "Enter a selection report first" typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires a selection report to be specified, but none has been provided.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Selection Report: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not specified a selection report in the transaction or report they are trying to execute.
  Incorrect Transaction Code: The user might be using a transaction code that is not intended for the action they are trying to perform.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain reports or transactions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Specify a Selection Report: Ensure that you have selected a valid selection report before executing the transaction. This can usually be done by navigating to the appropriate field and entering the report name or selecting it from a list.
  Check Transaction Code: