How To Fix /PF1/PE_PP_BASIS202 - Number of messages in a log &1 (output in the spool)

/PF1/PE_PP_BASIS202 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/PE_PP_BASIS -

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Number of messages in a log &1 (output in the spool)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/PE_PP_BASIS202 - Number of messages in a log &1 (output in the spool) ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/PE_PP_BASIS202 typically indicates that there is an issue related to the number of messages in a log that exceeds a certain limit, which is output in the spool. This error is often encountered in the context of production planning or related processes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Log Limits: The error usually occurs when the number of messages generated during a process exceeds the predefined limit set in the system. This can happen during batch jobs, production orders, or other processes that generate logs.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have configuration settings that limit the number of messages that can be logged, and if the process generates more messages than allowed, this error will be triggered.
  Performance Issues: If a process is generating an unusually high number of messages due to errors or warnings, it may lead to this situation.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Log Settings: Review the configuration settings for logging in the relevant transaction or