How To Fix EP503 - You are only allowed to select one document

EP503 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EP - Messages for Posting Area

• Message number: 503

• Message text: You are only allowed to select one document

What causes this issue?

Several documents have been selected.

How to fix this error?

Only one document may be selected for the required function.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EP503 - You are only allowed to select one document ?

  The SAP error message EP503 ("You are only allowed to select one document") typically occurs in scenarios where the system expects the user to select only a single document for processing, but multiple documents have been selected instead. This can happen in various SAP modules, such as SAP ERP or SAP S/4HANA, particularly in transaction codes related to document processing, such as invoice verification or document management.
  
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Selections: The user has selected more than one document in a list or selection screen where only a single document is allowed.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to restrict certain operations to single document processing for business logic or compliance reasons.
  User Error: The user may not be aware that the operation they are trying to perform is limited to a single document.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select a Single Document: Review the selection criteria and ensure that only one document is selected before proceeding. Deselect any additional