How To Fix G0509 - Specify either a single value or a set

G0509 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G0 - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 509

• Message text: Specify either a single value or a set

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G0509 - Specify either a single value or a set ?

  The SAP error message G0509, which states "Specify either a single value or a set," typically occurs in the context of reporting or data selection where the system expects a specific input format for parameters. This error can arise in various SAP modules, particularly in reporting transactions or when using selection screens.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following issues:
  
  Incorrect Input Format: The user may have entered multiple values or a range of values when the system expects a single value or a predefined set.
  Selection Criteria Misconfiguration: The selection criteria in a report or transaction may not be set up correctly, leading to ambiguity in the input.
  User Input Error: The user may have inadvertently selected multiple options or left a field blank when it requires a specific input.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the G0509 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Fields: Review the input fields in the selection screen.