How To Fix WER_UI051 - Only details of the head selection are displayed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WER_UI - UI related messages

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Only details of the head selection are displayed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WER_UI051 - Only details of the head selection are displayed ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WER_UI051 - Only details of the head selection are displayed
  
  Cause:
  This message typically appears in SAP when you are working with hierarchical or structured data selection screens, such as in workflow or report selection variants, and you have selected a "head" or top-level node in a hierarchy. The system informs you that only the details related to this head selection are displayed, not the entire hierarchy or all subordinate nodes.
  In other words, the message indicates that the output or display is limited to the main selection (head node) and does not include subordinate or detailed entries beneath it.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  When using hierarchical selection criteria in reports or workflows.
  When a selection variant or filter is applied only at the head level.
  When the system is designed to show only the summary or header information, not the full detail list.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Selection Criteria:
  
  Review your selection screen or variant to ensure you are not limiting the selection to only the head node.
  If you want to see details of subordinate nodes, adjust the selection to include these nodes explicitly.
  
  
  
  Expand Hierarchy:
  
  If the selection is hierarchical, try expanding the selection to include child nodes or detailed levels.
  Some reports or transactions allow you to toggle between summary (head) and detailed views.
  
  
  
  Use Detailed Selection Options:
  
  Look for options or parameters in the transaction/report that allow you to include detailed data.
  For example, in workflow or report selection screens, there might be checkboxes or radio buttons to include subordinate data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation or SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP documentation for the specific transaction or report you are using.
  Search for SAP Notes related to message WER_UI051 for any known issues or patches.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Message Class: WER_UI (Workflow-related messages)
  This message is informational and not an error; it is meant to inform the user about the scope of displayed data.
  Often seen in SAP Workflow (transaction SWI1, SWIA, etc.) or reports that deal with hierarchical data.
  If you want to see all details, you may need to adjust the selection or use different report parameters.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: You selected only the head (top-level) node in a hierarchical selection; system shows only details for this node.
  Solution: Adjust selection criteria to include subordinate nodes or use detailed view options.
  Note: This is an informational message, not an error.
  
  
  If you provide the specific transaction or context where you see this message, I can give more tailored advice.