How To Fix APO_BAPI183 - Use packeting because > &1 objects are read or written

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APO_BAPI - Message Class for APO BAPIs

• Message number: 183

• Message text: Use packeting because > &1 objects are read or written

What causes this issue?

You are using a method to read or write objects (for example, orders).
Very large amounts of data are being read or written within the method
call (in this case, more than &v1& objects).
The amount of data to be processed can have a negative effect on
performance and memory usage. In extreme cases, this can lead to a
program termination.

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?

You are recommended to change method calls so that less objects are
read or written in one call. For example, you can do this using
packeting for the call.
For write methods, if there are large amounts of data you are
recommended to call the method a number of times with smaller amounts
of data, rather than including all objects (for example, orders) in one
call.
This is also recommended for read methods if the number of objects to
be read exceeds &v1&. As system behavior depends on the system actually
being used, the figure &v1& is merely an approximate guide.
In the test phase, we also recommend that you determine the maximum
number of objects that can be used (in the productive scenario). Using
this as a basis, you can then decide whether packeting is necessary to
avoid the scenario described above.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APO_BAPI183 - Use packeting because > &1 objects are read or written ?

  The SAP error message APO_BAPI183 indicates that a large number of objects (greater than a specified threshold) are being read or written in a single operation, which can lead to performance issues. This message is typically encountered in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when using BAPIs (Business Application Programming Interfaces) for mass data processing.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A BAPI is called to read or write a large number of objects (e.g., materials, production orders, etc.).
  The number of objects exceeds the threshold set in the system, which is usually a performance safeguard to prevent excessive resource consumption.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Use Packeting: 
  
  Instead of processing all objects in a single call, break down the operation into smaller batches. This is referred to as "packeting."
  For example, if you are trying to read or write 1000 objects, consider processing them in batches of 100 or 200.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Threshold:
  
  If appropriate, you can adjust the threshold for the number of objects that can be processed in a single call. This is usually done in the system settings, but it should be approached with caution as it may impact performance.
  
  
  
  Optimize BAPI Calls:
  
  Review the BAPI calls being made to ensure they are optimized. This may involve checking the selection criteria or the data being processed to ensure that only necessary objects are being handled.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Ensure that you are using the latest version of the BAPI and that any relevant SAP Notes or patches have been applied. Sometimes, performance improvements or bug fixes are included in updates.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation for the specific BAPI you are using to understand its limitations and best practices for usage.
  
  
  
  Monitor Performance:
  
  Use transaction codes like ST22 (Dump Analysis) or SM21 (System Log) to monitor for any performance issues or errors that may arise from the BAPI calls.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the specific BAPI you are using, as they may provide additional guidance or solutions for performance issues.
  APO Configuration: Review the configuration settings in APO that may affect how data is processed and ensure they are optimized for your specific use case.
  Performance Tuning: Consider engaging with SAP Basis or performance tuning experts if you frequently encounter performance issues with BAPI calls.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the APO_BAPI183 error and improve the performance of your BAPI operations in SAP APO.