How To Fix ES046 - Enter a number of hits greater than zero

ES046 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Enter a number of hits greater than zero

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ES046 - Enter a number of hits greater than zero ?

  The SAP error message ES046 ("Enter a number of hits greater than zero") typically occurs in the context of SAP applications when a user is trying to execute a function that requires a positive integer input, but the input provided is either zero or negative. This error is common in various SAP modules, especially when dealing with reports, queries, or data retrieval functions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input: The user has entered a value of zero or a negative number in a field that expects a positive integer.
  Default Values: Sometimes, the system might default to zero if no value is provided, leading to this error.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the specific transaction or report that is being executed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Ensure that you are entering a positive integer in the relevant field. If the field is meant to specify the number of records or hits to be returned, make