How To Fix ES013 - Select only one object

ES013 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ES - ABAP Workbench: Repository Information System

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Select only one object

What causes this issue?

With this function, only single record processing is possible.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ES013 - Select only one object ?

  The SAP error message ES013 ("Select only one object") typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action that requires a single object selection, but multiple objects have been selected instead. This error is common in various SAP transactions and reports where the system expects a single entry for processing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Selections: The user has selected more than one object (e.g., multiple materials, vendors, or documents) when the system only allows for a single selection.
  Incorrect Input: The user may have inadvertently selected multiple items from a list or table.
  User Interface Limitation: Some SAP transactions are designed to work with a single object at a time, and selecting multiple objects violates this design.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Selections: Go back to the selection screen or list and ensure that only one object is selected. Deselect any additional items.
  Use Filters: If you need to narrow down your selection, use filters or search criteria to find the