How To Fix MSITEM019 - Caution! Long selection times possible!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSITEM - Line Item Display with ALV, RFITEM**

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Caution! Long selection times possible!

What causes this issue?

,,You have not restricted the company code or the account.

System Response

,,The line item selection includes all accounts in all company codes
and could ,,therefore take a long time.

How to fix this error?

,,Check your entries and restrict the company code ,,or the account as
necessary.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSITEM019 - Caution! Long selection times possible! ?

  The SAP error message MSITEM019 with the caution "Long selection times possible!" typically indicates that a query or selection you are trying to execute is expected to take a long time to process. This can happen for various reasons, such as large data volumes, complex queries, or inefficient database access patterns.
  Causes:
  
  Large Data Volume: The selection criteria may match a large number of records in the database, leading to longer processing times.
  Complex Queries: The query may involve multiple joins, subqueries, or complex calculations that require significant processing time.
  Inefficient Indexing: The database tables involved may not be properly indexed, causing slower data retrieval.
  System Performance: The overall performance of the SAP system or the underlying database may be suboptimal due to resource constraints (CPU, memory, I/O).
  Network Latency: If the database is remote, network latency can also contribute to longer selection times.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Refine Selection Criteria: Narrow down the selection criteria to reduce the number of records being processed. Use more specific filters to limit the dataset.
  Optimize Queries: Review and optimize the query for efficiency. This may involve simplifying the query structure or breaking it into smaller parts.
  Check Indexes: Ensure that the relevant database tables are properly indexed. Adding indexes on frequently queried fields can significantly improve performance.
  Database Performance Tuning: Work with your database administrator to analyze and tune the database performance. This may include optimizing database configurations, updating statistics, or reorganizing tables.
  Monitor System Resources: Check the system resources (CPU, memory, disk I/O) to ensure that the SAP system has adequate resources to handle the query efficiently.
  Batch Processing: If applicable, consider processing data in smaller batches rather than all at once to reduce load and improve response times.
  Use Background Jobs: For long-running queries, consider scheduling them as background jobs instead of running them interactively.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or ST22 (Dump Analysis) to analyze the underlying data structures and performance issues.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or performance tips related to the specific transaction or report you are running.
  Performance Analysis Tools: Utilize tools like ST03N (Workload Analysis) or ST04 (Database Performance Analysis) to monitor and analyze performance issues in your SAP system.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and implementing the suggested solutions, you can mitigate the impact of the MSITEM019 error and improve the performance of your SAP queries.