How To Fix KE244 - Limit the number of target fields

KE244 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 244

• Message text: Limit the number of target fields

What causes this issue?

When defining derivation structure &V1&, the system generates an entry
screen for maintaining the derivation rules. As the maximum width of
the screen is 79 characters, the entry fields for the source and target
fields are too large for the screen.

System Response

The above error message occurs when the column width is wider than 79
characters.

How to fix this error?

You should reduce the number of target fields. Instead of defining one
structure with several target fields, you should define several
derivation structures with fewer target fields.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE244 - Limit the number of target fields ?

  The SAP error message KE244, which states "Limit the number of target fields," typically occurs in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) when you are trying to create or modify a report or a data structure that exceeds the allowed number of target fields.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the number of target fields (characteristics) in a CO-PA report or data structure exceeds the maximum limit set by the system. This limit is in place to ensure performance and manageability of the reports. Each report can only handle a certain number of characteristics, and exceeding this limit can lead to performance issues or data management challenges.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KE244 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Target Fields: Check the number of target fields you are trying to use in your report or data structure. You may need to reduce the number of fields to comply with the system's limitations.
  
  
  Optimize Report