How To Fix WA861 - & not possible for multiple selection (select one entry)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WA - Messages from Workflow Event Manager

• Message number: 861

• Message text: & not possible for multiple selection (select one entry)

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  SAP Error Message WA861
  Message Text:
  
  Not possible for multiple selection (select one entry)
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when a user tries to perform an action or execute a function module/report/transaction that expects a single selection or single entry but the user has made multiple selections or entries.
  In SAP, some screens, reports, or functions are designed to handle only one selection at a time. If multiple entries are selected or passed as input parameters, the system throws this error to prevent ambiguous processing.
  Typical scenarios include:
  
  Selecting multiple entries in a selection screen or list where only one is allowed.
  Passing multiple values to a function module or report parameter that expects a single value.
  Using a multiple selection option in a field that does not support it.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Select Only One Entry:
  
  Review your selection and ensure that only one entry is selected. If you are using a multiple selection screen, restrict your input to a single value.
  
  
  Check Selection Screen Settings:
  
  If you are a developer or have access to the program, check the selection screen parameters. Make sure that the parameter or select-option is defined to accept only a single value if that is the requirement.
  
  
  Modify the Program (if applicable):
  
  If you are developing or customizing the report/program, and multiple selections are needed, modify the logic to handle multiple entries or change the parameter type accordingly.
  
  
  Use Appropriate Transaction or Report:
  
  Sometimes, the transaction or report you are using is not designed for multiple selections. Check if there is an alternative transaction or report that supports multiple entries.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Message Class: WA8  
  
  
  Message Number: 61  
  
  
  Where it appears: Selection screens, function modules, reports, or transactions that restrict input to a single entry.
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  You can check SAP Notes for your specific module or transaction if this error occurs in a particular context.
  
  
  Example:
  
  In transaction VA03 (Display Sales Order), if you try to select multiple sales orders in a screen or report that only allows one, you might get this error.
  
  
  
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  Error Message
  WA861 - Not possible for multiple selection (select one entry)
  
  
  Cause
  Multiple entries selected where only one is allowed
  
  
  Solution
  Select only one entry; adjust program logic if needed
  
  
  Related Info
  Message class WA8, occurs in selection screens or reports
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or context where you encounter this error, I can help with more specific guidance.