How To Fix CRM_ESOA_MAP_GENERAL041 - Query Hits Maximum Value must be positive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_ESOA_MAP_GENERAL - General messages concerning the mapping

• Message number: 041

• Message text: Query Hits Maximum Value must be positive

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_ESOA_MAP_GENERAL041 - Query Hits Maximum Value must be positive ?

  The SAP error message "CRM_ESOA_MAP_GENERAL041: Query Hits Maximum Value must be positive" typically occurs in the context of SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) when there is an issue with the configuration of a query or a data retrieval operation. This error indicates that the maximum number of hits (or results) that can be returned by a query has been set to a non-positive value (zero or negative), which is not valid.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Error: The maximum hits value for a query might have been incorrectly set to zero or a negative number in the system configuration.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might inadvertently set this value incorrectly.
  Data Retrieval Settings: The settings for data retrieval in the CRM system may not be properly defined, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP CRM system.
  Look for the settings related to query hits or data retrieval limits.
  Ensure that the maximum hits value is set to a positive integer (e.g., 1 or higher).
  
  
  
  Adjust Custom Code:
  
  If there are custom programs or enhancements, review the code to ensure that it does not set the maximum hits value to zero or a negative number.
  Modify the code to ensure that it always sets a valid positive value.
  
  
  
  Review Query Settings:
  
  If you are using a specific query or report, check the parameters being passed to it.
  Ensure that any user-defined parameters for maximum hits are set correctly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the query or report again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP CRM you are using for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search the SAP Support Portal for relevant notes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to query configuration, such as CRMD_ORDER for order management or CRMD_ORDERADM_H for order administration.
  Community Forums: Consider visiting SAP Community forums or other user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.