How To Fix WTY186 - Only one version can be selected for action &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WTY - Warranty processing

• Message number: 186

• Message text: Only one version can be selected for action &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WTY186 - Only one version can be selected for action & ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WTY186 - Only one version can be selected for action &
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you attempt to perform an action (such as release, delete, or change) on multiple versions of a document or object simultaneously, but the system requires that only one version be selected for that particular action.
  In SAP, certain transactions or processes that deal with version management (e.g., Engineering Change Management, Document Management System, or Workflow versions) expect a single version to be processed at a time. Selecting multiple versions violates this rule, triggering the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Select only one version: Review your selection and ensure that only one version of the document/object is selected before performing the action.
  Check selection criteria: If you are using a selection screen or a list, filter or narrow down your selection to a single version.
  Process versions individually: If you need to perform the action on multiple versions, do it one by one.
  Check program or custom code: If this error arises in a custom program or user exit, verify that the logic enforces single-version selection before proceeding.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  This message is commonly encountered in modules like Engineering Change Management (ECM) or Document Management System (DMS) where version control is critical.
  The message text usually appears as:
  
  "Only one version can be selected for action &"
  
  where "&" is replaced by the specific action (e.g., release, delete).
  SAP Note or documentation related to version management might provide additional context.
  If you are unsure which versions are selected, use the version overview or version history transaction to verify.
  In some cases, the error might be triggered by a user interface issue or a batch job selecting multiple versions unintentionally.
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or context where this error occurs, I can help with more specific guidance.