How To Fix /LIME/PI_CORE657 - Start data selection for table &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /LIME/PI_CORE -

• Message number: 657

• Message text: Start data selection for table &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /LIME/PI_CORE657 - Start data selection for table &1 ?

  The SAP error message /LIME/PI_CORE657 Start data selection for table &1 typically indicates an issue related to the data selection process in the SAP system, particularly in the context of the SAP Process Integration (PI) or Process Orchestration (PO) environment. This error can occur during the execution of data selection for a specific table, which is denoted by &1 in the error message.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Table Locking: The table specified may be locked by another process, preventing the data selection from proceeding.
  Data Volume: The volume of data being processed may be too large, leading to performance issues or timeouts.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the data selection process or in the related integration scenarios.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the process may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified table.
  System Performance: The system may be experiencing performance issues, such as high CPU or memory usage, affecting the ability to perform data selection.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Table Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the specified table and resolve them if necessary.
  Optimize Data Selection: If the data volume is large, consider optimizing the selection criteria to reduce the amount of data being processed at once.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the Integration Directory or the relevant configuration areas to ensure they are set up correctly.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table and perform the required operations.
  Monitor System Performance: Use transaction codes like SM37 to monitor job performance and ST22 for dumps. If the system is under heavy load, consider scheduling the data selection during off-peak hours.
  Check Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Process Integration/Orchestration for best practices and guidelines on data selection processes.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can share their solutions.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage SAP support for further assistance.