How To Fix XT279 - Mass import not possible if individual requests are selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XT - Transport Management System

• Message number: 279

• Message text: Mass import not possible if individual requests are selected

What causes this issue?

You have selected one or several requests. For security reasons, the
function <LS>Import all requests</> is rejected since this will import
all the requests in the queue.

System Response

The import is not started.

How to fix this error?

If you want to use the function <LS>Import all requests</>, you may not
select any requests in the import queue, or position the cursor on a
request.
To import the selected requests :
Select all the requests you want to import. To do this, choose<LS> Edit
-> Select -> Select block </> or select the requests individually by
choosing<LS> Edit -> Select -> Select request +/-.</>
Start the import by choosing <LS>Edit -> Import request.</>

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XT279 - Mass import not possible if individual requests are selected ?

  The SAP error message XT279, which states "Mass import not possible if individual requests are selected," typically occurs when you are trying to perform a mass import operation in the SAP system while also selecting individual requests. This situation is not allowed because the system expects either a mass import of all requests or the processing of individual requests, but not both at the same time.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following:
  
  You have selected both individual requests and a mass import option in the same operation.
  The system is designed to handle either a bulk operation or individual requests, but not a combination of both.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Your Selection: Ensure that you are not mixing individual requests with a mass import. You should either:
  
  Select only the individual requests you want to process.
  Or select the option for mass import without any individual requests.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Functionality:
  
  If you want to process individual requests, navigate to the appropriate transaction or function that allows you to handle those requests one by one.
  If you want to perform a mass import, ensure that you are selecting the correct mass import option and that no individual requests are selected.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation: Check the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction you are using. This can provide additional context on how to properly execute mass imports or handle individual requests.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If you continue to experience issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to data import, such as LSMW (Legacy System Migration Workbench), or other data migration tools.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform mass imports or handle individual requests, as restrictions may also lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the XT279 error and successfully perform your desired operation in SAP.