How To Fix G00790 - Item &3: &1 &2 is not in maximum selection &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 790

• Message text: Item &3: &1 &2 is not in maximum selection &4

What causes this issue?

The current data record contains characteristic value &V2& for
characteristic &V1&. The item &V3& is assigned the maximum value &V4&
for this characteristic. However, the value &V2& is not included in
this; for this reason it cannot be used for the current item.

System Response

The current data record cannot be processed.

How to fix this error?

Make sure that on the item &V3&, the characteristic values of the
drilldown characteristic &V1& should be limited to the maximum selection
&V4&.

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

In this case, make sure that the data records for this item can only be
assigned with drilldown values that are contained in the set.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00790 - Item &3: &1 &2 is not in maximum selection &4 ?

  The SAP error message G00790 typically indicates that there is an issue with the selection criteria in a transaction or report where the item specified is not within the allowed maximum selection limit. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during the processing of purchase orders, sales orders, or other transactional data.
  Cause:
  The error message "Item &3: &1 &2 is not in maximum selection &4" generally means that the item you are trying to process (identified by &1 &2) exceeds the maximum number of items that can be selected or processed at one time (indicated by &4). This can happen due to:
  
  Exceeding Limits: The system has a predefined limit on the number of items that can be selected for processing, and your selection exceeds this limit.
  Configuration Settings: The maximum selection limit may be configured in the system settings, and it may not be appropriate for your current transaction.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data being processed, such as duplicates or inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the items you are trying to process and ensure that you are not exceeding the maximum selection limit. If you are, try to reduce the number of items selected.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If you frequently encounter this error and need to process more items, consider discussing with your SAP administrator or functional consultant about adjusting the maximum selection limit in the configuration settings.
  
  
  Batch Processing: If the transaction allows, consider processing the items in smaller batches to stay within the limits.
  
  
  Review Documentation: Check the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction you are using to understand the limits and any potential workarounds.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error can occur in various transaction codes, so knowing the specific transaction you are working with can help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if you suspect it may be a bug or require deeper investigation.
  User Forums: Engaging with SAP community forums can also provide insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.