How To Fix 5B172 - Specify one object ID only

5B172 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5B -

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Specify one object ID only

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5B172 - Specify one object ID only ?

  The SAP error message 5B172: "Specify one object ID only" typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an operation that requires a single object ID, but multiple object IDs are provided instead. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with object management, transport requests, or other scenarios where a specific object needs to be identified.
  
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Object IDs: The most common cause of this error is that the user has entered or selected more than one object ID when the system expects only one.
  Incorrect Input: The input field may have been populated incorrectly, either by manual entry or by a selection that included multiple items.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the system configuration or customizations may lead to unexpected behavior, causing the error to appear even when it seems that only one object ID is being used.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input: Review the input fields to ensure that only one object