How To Fix FAC_GL_FIN_DOC001 - Too many hits for this sort criterion - please add filter condition

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAC_GL_FIN_DOC - oData messages for GL documents

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Too many hits for this sort criterion - please add filter condition

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAC_GL_FIN_DOC001 - Too many hits for this sort criterion - please add filter condition ?

  The SAP error message FAC_GL_FIN_DOC001 indicates that a query or report has returned too many results based on the specified search criteria. This typically occurs when the system is unable to process the large volume of data returned, and it suggests that you need to refine your search criteria to limit the number of results.
  Cause:
  
  Broad Search Criteria: The search criteria you are using may be too broad, resulting in a large number of records being retrieved.
  Data Volume: The underlying database may contain a significant amount of data, and the system is configured to limit the number of records returned to avoid performance issues.
  System Configuration: There may be system settings that limit the number of records that can be processed in a single query.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Refine Search Criteria: 
  
  Add additional filters to your search criteria to narrow down the results. For example, you can filter by date range, document type, company code, or other relevant fields.
  Use specific values instead of ranges or wildcards where possible.
  
  
  
  Use Pagination: If the application supports it, consider implementing pagination to retrieve results in smaller chunks rather than all at once.
  
  
  Check System Settings: 
  
  Consult with your SAP Basis or system administrator to check if there are any configurable limits on the number of records returned and whether these can be adjusted.
  Review the performance settings of the database to ensure it can handle larger queries if necessary.
  
  
  
  Optimize Queries: If you are using custom queries or reports, consider optimizing them to improve performance and reduce the number of records returned.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific transaction or report you are using for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on where you encounter this error, it may be related to specific transaction codes (e.g., FB03 for document display, FBL1N for vendor line items, etc.).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Performance Tuning: If this issue is frequent, consider discussing with your technical team about performance tuning for the database or application.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully retrieve the desired data.