How To Fix FMSHERLOCK049 - Selection on ELBS was terminated after &1 hits

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMSHERLOCK -

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Selection on ELBS was terminated after &1 hits

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMSHERLOCK049 - Selection on ELBS was terminated after &1 hits ?

  The SAP error message FMSHERLOCK049 indicates that a selection on the ELBS (Electronic Ledger Balance Sheet) was terminated after a specified number of hits (in this case, &1 represents the number of hits). This error typically occurs when the system has a limit on the number of records that can be processed or displayed in a single query, and that limit has been exceeded.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Record Limit: The primary cause of this error is that the query or selection criteria you are using has returned more records than the system is configured to handle in one go. This is often a safeguard to prevent performance issues or excessive load on the system.
  Inefficient Query: The selection criteria may be too broad or not well-defined, leading to a large number of records being retrieved.
  System Configuration: The system may have specific settings that limit the number of records returned for performance reasons.
  
  Solution:
  
  Refine Selection Criteria: Narrow down your selection criteria to reduce the number of records returned. This can involve adding more filters or conditions to your query.
  Pagination: If applicable, implement pagination in your query to retrieve records in smaller batches rather than all at once.
  Check System Settings: Consult with your SAP Basis or system administrator to check if there are configurable limits on the number of records returned and whether these can be adjusted.
  Use Background Processing: If the query is expected to return a large number of records, consider running it in the background or using a report that can handle larger datasets.
  Review Performance: Analyze the performance of the query and optimize it if necessary. This may involve indexing or restructuring how data is accessed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its documentation and may have specific recommendations for your version.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that can help you analyze or adjust your queries, such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SE38 (ABAP Program).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the ELBS and any associated modules to understand the data structure and how to effectively query it.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.