How To Fix UC170 - Choose ONE row for this operation

UC170 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UC - FI/CO Data transfer: errors during transfer

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Choose ONE row for this operation

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Highlight a row using the button on the left side of the control panel.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UC170 - Choose ONE row for this operation ?

  The SAP error message UC170 ("Choose ONE row for this operation") typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action that requires a single selection from a list of items, but multiple rows are selected instead. This can happen in various contexts, such as when trying to edit, delete, or process data in a transaction or report.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the system expects the user to select only one row (or item) for the operation being performed, but the user has selected multiple rows. This is a common validation check in SAP to ensure that the operation can be applied to a single entity.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  Review Your Selection: Go back to the selection screen or list where the error occurred.
  Select a Single Row: Ensure that you only select one row for the operation you are trying to perform. You can usually