How To Fix BRAIN759 - Maximum number of pages exceeded: Sort number &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 759

• Message text: Maximum number of pages exceeded: Sort number &1

What causes this issue?

The maximum number of printed pages has been exceeded for the print
variant with sort number &V1& of this print request.

How to fix this error?

You can make the setting for the maximum number of pages to be printed
individually for each print setting in the print settings maintenance.
Check whether the print of the first page is to your liking, and
increase the maximum page number in the print settings if necessary.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN759 - Maximum number of pages exceeded: Sort number &1 ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN759, which states "Maximum number of pages exceeded: Sort number &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or reporting tools when the system attempts to generate a report or query that exceeds the maximum number of pages allowed for sorting.
  Cause:
  
  Excessive Data Volume: The query or report is trying to process a large volume of data that exceeds the system's configured limits for sorting or pagination.
  Configuration Limits: The system may have default settings that limit the number of pages or records that can be processed in a single query.
  Inefficient Query Design: The design of the query may not be optimized, leading to excessive data being pulled into the report.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Adjust Query Settings:
  
  Review and modify the query settings in the Query Designer. You can limit the number of records returned or adjust the sorting criteria to reduce the data volume.
  Use filters to narrow down the data set being processed.
  
  
  
  Increase System Limits:
  
  If appropriate, consult with your SAP Basis team to see if the system limits for sorting or pagination can be increased. This may involve changing configuration settings in the BW system.
  
  
  
  Optimize Data Model:
  
  Review the underlying data model and ensure that it is optimized for performance. This may involve aggregating data or creating summary tables to reduce the amount of data processed in real-time queries.
  
  
  
  Use Aggregates:
  
  If applicable, consider using aggregates in your BW system to pre-calculate and store summarized data, which can significantly reduce the volume of data processed during reporting.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as performance improvements and bug fixes may address issues related to data processing limits.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  Performance Monitoring: Use transaction codes like ST03N or ST04 to monitor system performance and identify bottlenecks that may be contributing to the issue.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP BW documentation for best practices in query design and performance optimization.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.