How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO039 - More data is available; restrict the selection to display specific data

/PF1/MSG_PO039 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO -

• Message number: 039

• Message text: More data is available; restrict the selection to display specific data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO039 - More data is available; restrict the selection to display specific data ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO039 indicates that there is more data available than can be displayed in the current view or selection. This typically occurs when a query or report retrieves a large dataset, and SAP restricts the display to prevent overwhelming the user with too much information at once.
  
  Cause:
  
  Large Dataset: The query or report you are running is returning a large number of records, exceeding the display limits set by SAP.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the report or transaction may be too broad, resulting in a large volume of data being fetched.
  System Settings: The system may have default settings that limit the number of records displayed to improve performance.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Refine Selection Criteria:
  
  Narrow down your selection criteria to limit the number of records returned. For example, you can specify date ranges, specific vendors, or other relevant filters.
  
  
  
  Use Pagination:
  
  If the report