How To Fix VR481 - Please enter a value in the selection type field

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VR - Output for SD Reporting

• Message number: 481

• Message text: Please enter a value in the selection type field

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VR481 - Please enter a value in the selection type field ?

  Certainly! Here's detailed information about the SAP error message VR481:
  
  SAP Error Message VR481
  Message Text:
  
  Please enter a value in the selection type field
  
  Cause
  The error VR481 occurs when a required field called "Selection Type" (or similar) is left empty during a transaction or report execution in SAP, particularly in modules related to Logistics Invoice Verification (LIV) or Vendor Invoice Processing.
  This field is mandatory because the system needs to know the type of selection or criteria you want to use for processing or reporting. Without this input, the system cannot proceed.
  
  Where it typically occurs
  
  In Invoice Verification transactions (e.g., MIRO, MRBR, or related reports).
  When running certain reports or selection screens that require you to specify the selection type (e.g., by vendor, by invoice, by purchase order).
  Custom or standard selection screens where the "Selection Type" field is mandatory.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Enter a value in the "Selection Type" field:
  
  On the selection screen or input screen where the error appears, locate the field labeled "Selection Type" or similar and provide a valid value. This could be a dropdown or input field where you select the criteria for your selection.
  
  
  Check the field label and options:
  
  The field might have predefined options such as:
  
  Vendor
  Invoice Number
  Purchase Order
  Document Date
  
  Choose the appropriate one based on your requirement.
  
  
  
  If the field is not visible:  
  
  Check if the screen layout or variant is customized and missing this field.
  Contact your SAP functional consultant or Basis team to verify if any screen modifications or user exits are affecting the input screen.
  
  
  
  If you are using a custom program or report:  
  
  Ensure that the selection screen logic enforces the input of this field.
  Check the code or selection screen parameters to make sure the field is marked as mandatory.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information
  
  
  Message Class: VR (related to Logistics Invoice Verification)
  
  
  Transaction Codes: MIRO, MRBR, MIR4, or custom reports related to invoice verification.
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Sometimes SAP Notes related to invoice verification or selection screen issues might provide additional fixes or patches if this error is caused by a system bug.
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have developer access, you can debug the program to see where the validation for the selection type field is triggered.
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error Message
  VR481 - Please enter a value in the selection type field
  
  
  Cause
  Mandatory "Selection Type" field left empty
  
  
  Solution
  Enter a valid value in the "Selection Type" field on the selection screen
  
  
  Related Areas
  Invoice Verification (MIRO, MRBR), Vendor Invoice Processing
  
  
  Notes
  Check screen variants, custom code, or SAP Notes if issue persists
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or context where you see this error, I can help you with more specific instructions.