How To Fix APO_BAPI072 - &2 entries in selection tables exceed Maximum Number (&1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APO_BAPI - Message Class for APO BAPIs

• Message number: 072

• Message text: &2 entries in selection tables exceed Maximum Number (&1)

What causes this issue?

You are using tables with RANGES structures to make a selection. You
have exceeded the maximum number of <(>&<)>V1& entries in these table
parameters.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check the number of entries you have made in table parameters with
RANGES structures.
The total entries must not exceed the maximum of <(>&<)>V1<(>&<)>, or
no selection is possible using RANGES parameters.
In normal circumstances, you should only use very few entries in RANGES
structures.
This message usually occurs if you made very many entries with single
value comparisons. RANGES structures are not intended for this purpose.
Check if you can use different selection parameters without RANGES
structures (for example selection according to the object key).
If you cannot use different selection parameters in place of the RANGES
structures, a possible solution is to form packets and to call the
selection module multiple times with smaller selection quantities.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APO_BAPI072 - &2 entries in selection tables exceed Maximum Number (&1) ?

  The SAP error message APO_BAPI072 indicates that the number of entries in the selection tables exceeds the maximum limit defined in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you are trying to process a large number of records in a single operation, such as during a BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface) call.
  
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Limits: The error is triggered when the number of entries you are trying to process exceeds the maximum number allowed by the system. This limit is often set to prevent performance issues and ensure that the system can handle requests efficiently.
  Configuration Settings: The maximum number of entries allowed can be configured in the system settings, and it may vary based on the specific BAPI or function module being used.
  Data Volume: If you are trying to pass a large dataset (e.g., multiple materials, orders, etc.) in a single call, it