How To Fix VSB273 - Select a record for this function

VSB273 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VSB - Self-Billing Procedure Messages

• Message number: 273

• Message text: Select a record for this function

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VSB273 - Select a record for this function ?

  The SAP error message VSB273 ("Select a record for this function") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Sales and Distribution (SD) module, particularly when dealing with sales documents, deliveries, or other related transactions. This error indicates that the system expects a selection of a specific record (like a sales order, delivery, etc.) to perform a certain function, but none has been selected.
  Causes:
  
  No Record Selected: The most common cause is that the user has not selected any record in the list or table from which they are trying to perform an action.
  Filter Criteria: The applied filter criteria may not return any records, leading to the inability to select a record.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select the records.
  Technical Issues: There could be a temporary technical issue or glitch in the SAP system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Select a Record: Ensure that you have selected a record from