How To Fix GA026 - You can only select a maximum of 10 criteria.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GA - Allocations

• Message number: 026

• Message text: You can only select a maximum of 10 criteria.

What causes this issue?

You can choose up to 10 criteria when defining sender values or
receiver tracing factors.

How to fix this error?

Choose a maximum of 10 criteria.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GA026 - You can only select a maximum of 10 criteria. ?

  The SAP error message GA026, which states "You can only select a maximum of 10 criteria," typically occurs when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that allows you to filter or select data based on certain criteria, but you have exceeded the limit of 10 selection criteria.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the user attempts to select more than 10 criteria in a selection screen or report. This limitation is often set by the system to ensure performance and usability, as too many criteria can lead to complex queries that may slow down processing or lead to inefficient data retrieval.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Your Selection Criteria: Go through the criteria you have selected and determine if all of them are necessary. Try to consolidate or prioritize the criteria to stay within the limit of 10.
  
  
  Use Ranges or Groups: If applicable, consider using ranges or groups for your selection criteria. For example, instead of selecting individual values, you can select a range of values that encompass multiple criteria.
  
  
  Combine Criteria: If possible, combine similar criteria into a single selection. For instance, if you are filtering by multiple statuses, see if you can combine them into a single criterion.
  
  
  Run Multiple Queries: If you need to analyze data with more than 10 criteria, consider breaking your query into multiple smaller queries that each use 10 or fewer criteria.
  
  
  Check for Custom Enhancements: If you are using a custom report or transaction, check with your SAP development team to see if there are any enhancements or modifications that can be made to increase the limit.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, SAP provides fixes or workarounds for specific issues.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific transaction or report you are using to understand its limitations and best practices for selection criteria.
  Performance Considerations: Keep in mind that even if you can technically select more than 10 criteria, it may not be advisable from a performance standpoint. Always aim for efficient queries.
  
  If you continue to experience issues or if the error persists despite following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.