How To Fix ES019 - Selection restricted to &1 entries (&2 double entries)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ES - ABAP Workbench: Repository Information System

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Selection restricted to &1 entries (&2 double entries)

What causes this issue?

When selecting ABAP/4 Dictionary objects, you can choose from new,
active or revised objects. If revised and active versions of an object
exist, the older (i.e. active) version is compressed. In ABAP/4
Dictionary maintenance, you can then switch between the revised version
and the active version.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ES019 - Selection restricted to &1 entries (&2 double entries) ?

  The SAP error message ES019 indicates that a selection is restricted to a certain number of entries due to the presence of duplicate entries in the selection criteria. Specifically, the message format is as follows:
  
  &1: The maximum number of entries allowed for the selection.
  &2: The number of duplicate entries found.
  
  Cause
  This error typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that involves selecting data from a database table, and the selection criteria result in more entries than the system allows. The presence of duplicate entries in the selection criteria can lead to this restriction being enforced.
  Solution
  To resolve the ES019 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Check the selection criteria you are using. Ensure that you are not unintentionally including duplicate values. For example, if you are selecting based on a range of values, make sure that the ranges do not overlap.
  
  
  Limit the Number of Entries: If the selection is returning too many entries, try to narrow down your selection criteria. This can be done by:
  
  Adding more specific filters.
  Reducing the range of values.
  Using additional selection fields to limit the results.
  
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: If you suspect that there are duplicates in the data itself, you may need to investigate the underlying data. You can run a query to identify and resolve duplicate entries in the relevant tables.
  
  
  Adjust System Settings: If you have the necessary permissions and it is appropriate for your use case, you may consider adjusting the system settings to allow for a higher number of entries. However, this should be done with caution and typically involves consulting with your SAP Basis or system administrator.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the transaction or report you are using. There may be additional parameters or settings that can be adjusted.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to the report or process you are working with, as they may have specific limitations or configurations.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to access the data you are trying to retrieve, as restrictions may also be related to user roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the ES019 error and successfully execute your report or transaction in SAP.