How To Fix RSBATCH018 - More than one line selected - only display details for first line

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSBATCH - Batch Manager for BW Processes

• Message number: 018

• Message text: More than one line selected - only display details for first line

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSBATCH018 - More than one line selected - only display details for first line ?

  The SAP error message RSBATCH018 indicates that when you are trying to display details for a batch job, more than one line has been selected, and the system is only able to show details for the first line. This typically occurs in transaction codes related to batch job management, such as SM37 (Job Monitoring).
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the selection of multiple job entries in the job monitoring screen. When you select multiple jobs and attempt to view their details, SAP restricts the display to only the first selected job to avoid confusion and ensure clarity in the output.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Select a Single Job: Instead of selecting multiple jobs, click on only one job entry to view its details. This will allow you to see the complete information without encountering the error.
  
  
  Use Job Selection Criteria: If you are looking for specific jobs, refine your