KN465 - Reduce the size of output group &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KN - Reporting for Costing

• Message number: 465

• Message text: Reduce the size of output group &

What causes this issue?

In output group &, there are groups of fields whose output length is at
least 70.

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

System Response

The output length of a group of fields must be less than 70.

How to fix this error?

Split the group into two groups.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KN465 - Reduce the size of output group & ?

  The SAP error message KN465, which states "Reduce the size of output group &," typically occurs in the context of output processing in SAP, particularly when dealing with output types for sales documents, deliveries, or invoices. This error indicates that the output group defined for a particular output type has exceeded the maximum allowed size.
  Cause:
  
  Output Group Size Limit: Each output group has a defined limit on the number of outputs that can be processed at once. If the number of outputs exceeds this limit, the error will be triggered.
  Configuration Issues: The output type configuration may not be set up correctly, leading to an excessive number of outputs being generated for a single document.
  Document Volume: High volumes of documents being processed simultaneously can lead to this error if they are all trying to use the same output group.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Reduce Output Group Size:
  
  Review the output configuration in transaction code NACE (for output types) or SPRO (for customizing).
  Check the output type settings and see if you can reduce the number of outputs being generated for the document.
  If possible, split the outputs into smaller groups or adjust the criteria for output generation.
  
  
  
  Adjust Output Type Settings:
  
  Navigate to the output type configuration and check the settings for the output group. You may need to modify the settings to allow for a larger number of outputs or to create additional output types to distribute the load.
  
  
  
  Batch Processing:
  
  If you are processing a large number of documents, consider processing them in smaller batches to avoid hitting the output group limit.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to output processing for any specific recommendations or limitations regarding output groups.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after making adjustments, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a recurring issue in your environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  NACE - Output Types Configuration
  SPRO - Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  Output Types: Understand the different output types and their configurations, as they can significantly impact how outputs are generated and processed.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on output processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KN465 error and ensure that your output processing runs smoothly.