How To Fix GR173 - Not all selected entries can be changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GR - Report Writer

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Not all selected entries can be changed

What causes this issue?

The message can have two causes:
You attempted to change the expiry date or the priority of a partial
extract. The additional selection criteria you entered resulted in the
selection of partial extracts. These cannot be changed, as only whole
extracts can be changed.
You do not have the authorization to change one, or several, of the
selected extracts.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GR173 - Not all selected entries can be changed ?

  The SAP error message GR173 ("Not all selected entries can be changed") typically occurs when you are trying to change multiple entries in a transaction, but some of the selected entries are in a status that does not allow them to be modified. This can happen in various contexts, such as during goods movements, inventory management, or when processing purchase orders.
  Causes:
  
  Status Restrictions: Some of the selected entries may be in a status that prohibits changes (e.g., they may be locked, already processed, or in a closed period).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change certain entries.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent certain entries from being modified.
  Batch Management: If batch management is enabled, certain batches may not be eligible for changes.
  Document Types: Different document types may have different rules regarding changes.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Entry Status: Review the status of the entries you are trying