How To Fix LS005 - Maximum number of selectable fields reached

LS005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LS - General list types

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Maximum number of selectable fields reached

What causes this issue?

You may not select more than a particular number of fields. You have
now reached the limit and cannot select any further fields.

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?

Remove some fields from your selection. You can then add new fields.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LS005 - Maximum number of selectable fields reached ?

  The SAP error message LS005, which states "Maximum number of selectable fields reached," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Logistics or Warehouse Management modules. This error indicates that the user has attempted to select more fields than the system allows for a particular operation, such as creating a report or customizing a view.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Limit Exceeded: SAP has a predefined limit on the number of fields that can be selected in certain transactions or reports. When this limit is exceeded, the system generates the LS005 error.
  Customizations: If there are custom reports or queries that allow for field selection, they may inadvertently allow users to select too many fields.
  User Role/Authorization: Sometimes, the configuration of user roles and authorizations can lead to unexpected behavior, including field selection limits.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Reduce Selected Fields: Review the fields you have selected and try to reduce the number to fit within the allowed limit. This is the most