How To Fix >B403 - Specify the maximum number of entries to be checked

>B403 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >B -

• Message number: 403

• Message text: Specify the maximum number of entries to be checked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >B403 - Specify the maximum number of entries to be checked ?

  The SAP error message B403 ("Specify the maximum number of entries to be checked") typically occurs in the context of batch input sessions or data processing where a limit on the number of entries is required but not specified. This error is often encountered in scenarios involving data uploads, batch processing, or when using certain transaction codes that require a defined limit on the number of records to be processed.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Parameter: The maximum number of entries to be checked has not been specified in the relevant configuration or transaction.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may be configured to require a maximum limit, but this limit has not been set.
  Data Volume: The volume of data being processed exceeds the system's default settings or the specified limits.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the B403 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Specify Maximum Entries:
  
  If you are using a transaction