How To Fix CAWUSL133 - Large amounts of selection criteria can lead to termination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CAWUSL - Message Class for Generic Table Browser

• Message number: 133

• Message text: Large amounts of selection criteria can lead to termination

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CAWUSL133 - Large amounts of selection criteria can lead to termination ?

  The SAP error message CAWUSL133 indicates that the system has detected that a large amount of selection criteria has been specified in a report or transaction, which could potentially lead to performance issues or even termination of the process. This is a warning to users that the complexity of their selection criteria may result in long processing times or system instability.
  Cause:
  
  Excessive Selection Criteria: The user has entered too many filters or selection parameters in a report or transaction, which can overload the system.
  Inefficient Queries: The way the selection criteria are structured may lead to inefficient database queries, causing the system to struggle with processing.
  Data Volume: The underlying data volume being queried is very large, and combined with complex selection criteria, it can lead to performance degradation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Simplify Selection Criteria: Review and reduce the number of selection criteria. Only include the necessary filters that are essential for the report or transaction.
  Use Ranges: Instead of specifying individual values, consider using ranges or intervals where applicable to reduce the number of criteria.
  Break Down Queries: If possible, break down the query into smaller, more manageable parts. Run multiple reports with fewer selection criteria instead of one large report.
  Optimize Database Performance: Ensure that the database is optimized for performance. This may involve indexing, partitioning, or other database tuning techniques.
  Consult with IT: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or IT team to analyze the performance and consider system tuning or adjustments.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes that may help in monitoring performance (e.g., ST22 for dumps, SM21 for system logs).
  Performance Monitoring: Use tools like ST03N (Workload Analysis) to monitor the performance of the system and identify any bottlenecks.
  User Training: Provide training for users on how to effectively use selection criteria in reports to avoid performance issues.
  
  By addressing the selection criteria and optimizing the queries, you can mitigate the risk of encountering the CAWUSL133 error and improve overall system performance.