How To Fix E1221 - &1 entries selected.

E1221 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E1 - Messages for IDoc Basis

• Message number: 221

• Message text: &1 entries selected.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E1221 - &1 entries selected. ?

  The SAP error message E1221 typically indicates that a selection has returned a certain number of entries, which may not be what the user expected. The message format usually looks like this: "E1221 &1 entries selected," where "&1" is a placeholder for the number of entries that were selected by the query or report.
  
  Cause:
  
  Excessive Data Selection: The query or report may be selecting more data than intended, which can happen due to broad selection criteria.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The filters or parameters used in the selection might not be specific enough, leading to a large number of entries being returned.
  Performance Issues: If the system is slow or unresponsive, it may be due to the large volume of data being processed.
  User Expectations: Users may not be aware of the data volume that exists in the system, leading to confusion when a large number of entries are returned.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Refine Selection Criteria: Review and refine