How To Fix KH232 - Please limit the report to less than & columns

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KH - CO-PA Reporting

• Message number: 232

• Message text: Please limit the report to less than & columns

What causes this issue?

The report contains too many columns to display as graphics. Using
'Edit' -> 'Column' -> 'Deactivate' you can deactivate some columns
for a period of time to enable you to display the graphics.

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 KH232 - Please limit the report to less than & columns ?

  The SAP error message KH232, which states "Please limit the report to less than & columns," typically occurs when a report or output in SAP is attempting to display more columns than the system can handle. This limitation is often due to performance constraints or display restrictions within the SAP GUI or the specific report being generated.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Column Limit: The report is trying to display more columns than the maximum allowed by the system or the specific transaction.
  System Configuration: The SAP system may have a predefined limit on the number of columns that can be displayed in reports.
  Data Volume: The amount of data being processed may lead to performance issues, prompting the system to restrict the number of columns.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Reduce the Number of Columns: Modify the report selection criteria to limit the number of columns being displayed. This can often be done by:
  
  Removing unnecessary fields from the report layout.
  Using selection criteria to filter the data more effectively.
  
  
  
  Use Variants: If applicable, create or use existing report variants that limit the number of columns to a manageable amount.
  
  
  Check System Settings: Consult with your SAP Basis or system administrator to check if there are any configurable limits on the number of columns for reports and if adjustments can be made.
  
  
  Split the Report: If the report contains a lot of data, consider splitting it into multiple reports or sections, each with fewer columns.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific report or transaction to understand any limitations or recommendations regarding column limits.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to report generation (e.g., SE38 for ABAP reports, SQ01 for SAP Query).
  Performance Considerations: Understand that displaying too many columns can lead to performance degradation, so it's generally a good practice to limit the number of columns to only those necessary for analysis.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.