How To Fix WRF_DISPRO012 - Select a column

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_DISPRO -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Select a column

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_DISPRO012 - Select a column ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WRF_DISPRO012 - Select a column
  
  Cause:
  The error message WRF_DISPRO012 - Select a column typically occurs in SAP when a user is required to select a column in a report, layout, or configuration screen but has not done so. This is common in scenarios involving report layout customization, variant maintenance, or when working with ALV (ABAP List Viewer) grids where the system expects the user to specify a column for sorting, filtering, or display purposes.
  In other words, the system prompts this message because an operation requires a column selection, but the user has not made any selection.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  While customizing or maintaining report layouts.
  When defining or changing sorting/filtering criteria in reports.
  During configuration of output layouts in SAP modules like SD, MM, or FI.
  In ALV grid controls when a column must be selected for further processing.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Column:
  
  Simply select the required column in the screen or dialog box where the message appears. This could be by clicking on a column header, choosing from a dropdown list, or marking a checkbox next to the column name.
  
  
  Check Screen Fields:
  
  Ensure that the field or column selection area is not empty before proceeding. Sometimes the UI might not be obvious, so look carefully for any selectable columns.
  
  
  Review User Input:
  
  If you are running a report or transaction, verify that all mandatory fields, especially column selections, are filled in.
  
  
  Consult Documentation or Help:
  
  If unsure which column to select, check the SAP documentation or help for the specific transaction or report you are using.
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This message is informational and guides the user to make a necessary selection.
  It is not an error caused by system malfunction but by missing user input.
  If this message appears repeatedly even after selecting a column, it might indicate a UI or authorization issue, and you may need to check user roles or report configuration.
  
  
  Example:
  In a report layout maintenance screen, you might be asked to select a column to define sorting order. If you press "Continue" or "Execute" without selecting any column, SAP will show WRF_DISPRO012 - Select a column.
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or context where this message appears, I can give more tailored advice.