How To Fix COV600 - Warning: Only &1 program object(s) included

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COV - Messages for Coverage Analyzer

• Message number: 600

• Message text: Warning: Only &1 program object(s) included

What causes this issue?

Maximum number of program objects, as specified under Settings, has
been reached.

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?

If more program objects are to be taken into account, you must increase
the maximum number. However, if this is set too high it can lead to a
timeout.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COV600 - Warning: Only &1 program object(s) included ?

  The SAP error message COV600, which states "Warning: Only &1 program object(s) included," typically occurs during the execution of a program or transaction that involves the inclusion of program objects, such as when generating a report or executing a transaction that processes multiple objects.
  Cause:
  The warning indicates that the system has detected that only a limited number of program objects (in this case, &1 represents the number of objects included) have been included in the processing. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria specified in the program or transaction may be too restrictive, leading to only a few objects being selected for processing.
  Data Availability: There may be a lack of data or program objects that meet the specified criteria, resulting in fewer objects being included.
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration settings that limit the number of objects that can be processed or included.
  Program Logic: The logic within the program may inherently limit the number of objects processed based on certain conditions.
  
  Solution:
  To address the COV600 warning, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Check the selection criteria you are using in the program or transaction. Ensure that they are not overly restrictive and that they allow for a broader range of program objects to be included.
  
  
  Check Data Availability: Verify that there are sufficient program objects available in the system that meet the selection criteria. You may need to adjust your criteria or ensure that the necessary data is present.
  
  
  Configuration Review: If applicable, review the configuration settings related to the program or transaction to ensure that there are no limitations imposed on the number of objects that can be processed.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to the program code, consider debugging the program to understand why only a limited number of objects are being included. Look for any conditional statements or loops that may be affecting the inclusion of objects.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific program or transaction to see if there are known issues or recommendations regarding this warning.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific program or transaction you are working with.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting or analyzing the issue further.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the COV600 warning and take appropriate action to resolve it.