How To Fix 0H464 - Reduce the number of output fields

0H464 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 0H - Hierarchy module

• Message number: 464

• Message text: Reduce the number of output fields

What causes this issue?

In the variant you have selected, more than 9 fields or output groups
are to be output after the key fields.

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

System Response

The maximum number of fields or output groups that can be displayed is
9.

How to fix this error?

Reduce the number of output fields or group together several fields
that are to be output in sequence.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 0H464 - Reduce the number of output fields ?

  The SAP error message 0H464 ("Reduce the number of output fields") typically occurs when a query or report is trying to output too many fields, exceeding the system's limitations. This can happen in various contexts, such as when using SAP Query, ABAP reports, or other reporting tools within SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Field Limitations: SAP has certain limitations on the number of fields that can be displayed in a report or query. If the number of output fields exceeds this limit, the system will throw this error.
  Complex Queries: Queries that involve multiple tables or complex joins may inadvertently lead to a large number of output fields.
  
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the configuration of the query or report may not be optimized, leading to unnecessary fields being included in the output.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Reduce Output Fields:
  
  Review the fields selected in the query or report and remove any unnecessary fields.
  Focus on the key fields that are essential for the report's