How To Fix GU944 - When you press Enter, the number of records in table & will be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GU - FI-SL utilities

• Message number: 944

• Message text: When you press Enter, the number of records in table & will be determined

What causes this issue?

It could take a long time to determine the number of records in the
source table (about 3 minutes for 100,000 records).

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GU944 - When you press Enter, the number of records in table & will be determined ?

  The SAP error message GU944 typically occurs when you are trying to execute a transaction or report that involves a large dataset, and the system is unable to determine the number of records in a specified table. This can happen for various reasons, including performance issues, database locks, or configuration problems.
  Cause:
  
  Large Dataset: The table in question may contain a very large number of records, which can lead to performance issues when the system tries to count them.
  Database Locks: If the table is being accessed or modified by another process, it may be locked, preventing the system from counting the records.
  System Performance: The SAP system may be experiencing performance issues due to high load or insufficient resources.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the database or the SAP system itself.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check System Performance: Monitor the performance of the SAP system and the database. If the system is under heavy load, consider running the transaction during off-peak hours.
  Database Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 (to check for locks) and SM21 (to check system logs) to identify if there are any locks on the table. If locks are found, you may need to wait for the other processes to complete or resolve the locks.
  Optimize Queries: If you are running a custom report or query, consider optimizing it to reduce the number of records being processed at once.
  Increase Resources: If the system is consistently slow, consider increasing the resources allocated to the SAP application server or the database server.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the database and SAP system to ensure they are optimized for performance.
  Use Indexes: Ensure that the relevant tables have appropriate indexes to speed up data retrieval operations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), and ST22 (Dump Analysis) to analyze the issue further.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.