How To Fix VP851 - Select a valid line

VP851 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VP - Vertriebsbelegpartner

• Message number: 851

• Message text: Select a valid line

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VP851 - Details

• SAP Error Message:
  VP851 - Select a valid line
  
  
  Cause:
  The error message VP851 - Select a valid line typically occurs in SAP when a user tries to perform an action (such as editing, deleting, or processing) on a line item or entry in a table, list, or grid, but no valid line is selected. This can happen in various SAP modules, but it is commonly seen in sales and distribution (SD) or logistics-related transactions where line items are processed.
  Common scenarios include:
  
  The user attempts to execute a function that requires a line item selection, but the selection is empty or invalid.
  The line item selected is not active or does not meet the criteria for the operation.
  The user interface did not register the selection properly (e.g., clicking outside the selectable area).
  The data displayed is outdated or inconsistent, causing the system to reject the selection.
  
  
  
  Solution:
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