How To Fix KN168 - This selection may result in long runtimes

KN168 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KN - Reporting for Costing

• Message number: 168

• Message text: This selection may result in long runtimes

What causes this issue?

The limits you entered in the selection screen do not limit the
selection. This may result in a long selection time.

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?

If possible, limit at least one of the following selection criteria:
sold-to party
material
sales order number

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KN168 - This selection may result in long runtimes ?

  The SAP error message KN168 ("This selection may result in long runtimes") is a warning rather than a critical error. It typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that involves a large dataset or complex calculations, which could lead to extended processing times. This message is intended to alert users that the operation they are about to perform may take longer than usual, allowing them to reconsider or adjust their selection criteria.
  Causes:
  
  Large Data Volume: The selection criteria may encompass a vast number of records, leading to longer processing times.
  Complex Queries: The report or transaction may involve complex calculations or joins that require significant processing power.
  Inefficient Selection Criteria: The filters or parameters set for the report may not be optimized, causing the system to process more data than necessary.
  System Performance: The overall performance of the SAP system may be affected by other concurrent processes or insufficient