How To Fix K5601 - Line item selection is time-consuming

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K5 - CO Reconciliation Ledger

• Message number: 601

• Message text: Line item selection is time-consuming

What causes this issue?

You want to select CO line items.

System Response

Reading the line items from the database tables can take a while.

How to fix this error?

If you still want an itemization of the line items, confirm your
selection with "ENTER".

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K5601 - Line item selection is time-consuming ?

  The SAP error message K5601, which states "Line item selection is time-consuming," typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that involves processing a large volume of line items. This can lead to performance issues, as the system takes longer to retrieve and process the data.
  Causes:
  
  Large Data Volume: The primary cause of this error is the selection of a large number of line items, which can overwhelm the system's processing capabilities.
  Inefficient Queries: The way the query is structured may not be optimized, leading to longer processing times.
  Database Performance: Issues with the underlying database, such as lack of indexing or fragmentation, can slow down data retrieval.
  System Configuration: Inadequate system resources (CPU, memory) or configuration settings may contribute to performance issues.
  Network Latency: If the SAP system is accessed over a network, latency can also affect performance.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Limit Data Selection: Modify the selection criteria to limit the number of line