How To Fix W_CONT001 - Select only one contract

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W_CONT - Retail: Messages for Contract Determination

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Select only one contract

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W_CONT001 - Select only one contract ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  W_CONT001 Select only one contract
  
  Cause:
  This message appears when a user tries to perform an action that requires exactly one contract to be selected, but either no contract or multiple contracts are selected in the selection screen or list. The system expects a single contract to process the request, and selecting more than one or none violates this requirement.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  When working with contract-related transactions or reports (e.g., sales contracts, service contracts).
  When a function or report is designed to handle only one contract at a time.
  When the user selects multiple contracts in a list or selection screen but the program logic requires a single contract.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select exactly one contract: Make sure to select only one contract number before proceeding.
  Check selection screen: If you are on a selection screen, enter or select only one contract number.
  Review user input: If the selection is made via a list or multiple selection, deselect all but one contract.
  Check program logic: If you are a developer or consultant, verify that the program or report logic enforces single contract selection and provides clear instructions to the user.
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This message is a warning (W) type message, meaning it prompts the user to correct the input but does not indicate a system error.
  The message class is typically related to contract management or sales documents.
  If you frequently need to process multiple contracts, check if there is a batch or mass processing transaction available.
  In custom developments, this message can be triggered by a statement like:  
  MESSAGE w_cont001 TYPE 'W'.
  
  Always ensure that the business process aligns with the system requirement of single contract processing in the given context.
  
  
  If you provide the transaction code or context where this message appears, I can give more specific guidance.