How To Fix KN464 - Reduce the number of output fields

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KN - Reporting for Costing

• Message number: 464

• Message text: Reduce the number of output fields

What causes this issue?

In the variant that you selected, the key fields specify that more than
9 fields or output groups should be output.

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

System Response

A maximum of 9 fields or output groups can be displayed.

How to fix this error?

Reduce the amount of output fields or arrange fields to be output
sequentially in groups.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KN464 - Reduce the number of output fields ?

  The SAP error message KN464 ("Reduce the number of output fields") typically occurs in the context of reporting or data extraction processes, particularly when dealing with large datasets or complex queries. This error indicates that the system is trying to process too many output fields, which exceeds the limits set by SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Excessive Output Fields: The primary cause of this error is that the query or report is attempting to retrieve too many fields from the database. SAP has limitations on the number of fields that can be processed in a single output.
  Complex Queries: If the query is overly complex or involves multiple joins, it may inadvertently lead to a large number of output fields.
  Data Volume: Large datasets can also contribute to this issue, especially if the report is designed to pull extensive information.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Reduce Output Fields: Review the query or report configuration and reduce the number of fields being selected. Focus