How To Fix /AIF/ERROR_HANDLING143 - Restricted to &1 data messages; refine your selection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /AIF/ERROR_HANDLING -

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Restricted to &1 data messages; refine your selection

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /AIF/ERROR_HANDLING143 - Restricted to &1 data messages; refine your selection ?

  The SAP error message /AIF/ERROR_HANDLING143 indicates that the system has encountered a restriction on the data messages being processed. This typically occurs in the context of the Application Interface Framework (AIF) when the selection criteria for processing messages are too broad, leading to an overload or a mismatch in the expected data.
  Cause:
  
  Broad Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to fetch data messages may be too broad, resulting in the system trying to process more messages than it is configured to handle.
  Configuration Limits: There may be configuration settings in AIF that limit the number of messages that can be processed at one time.
  Data Volume: High volume of data messages that exceed the system's processing capabilities or defined limits.
  
  Solution:
  
  Refine Selection Criteria: Adjust the selection criteria to be more specific. This can involve filtering by date ranges, message types, or other relevant parameters to reduce the number of messages being processed at once.
  Check Configuration Settings: Review the AIF configuration settings to ensure that they are set appropriately for the expected data volume. This may include adjusting limits on the number of messages processed in a single batch.
  Batch Processing: If applicable, consider implementing batch processing to handle messages in smaller groups rather than all at once.
  Monitor System Performance: Keep an eye on system performance and resource utilization to ensure that the system can handle the volume of messages being processed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  AIF Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the Application Interface Framework for detailed information on configuration and error handling.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like /AIF/ERROR_HANDLING to access error handling and monitoring tools within AIF.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide patches and updates.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By refining your selection criteria and ensuring that your AIF configuration is optimized for your data processing needs, you should be able to resolve the error and improve the efficiency of your message handling.