How To Fix SALV_IDA302 - Function not possible: more than &1 &2 selected

SALV_IDA302 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SALV_IDA - IDA specific messages

• Message number: 302

• Message text: Function not possible: more than &1 &2 selected

What causes this issue?

More than the maximum number of &V1& &V2& have been selected. This
number is calculated by the formula:
Maximum number of data cells (which is &V3&) divided by the number of
displayed columns (currently &V4&).

System Response

The function will not be processed.

How to fix this error?

Reduce the number of lines (by filtering) or columns (by hiding
columns).

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.

SALV_IDA302 - Details

• The SAP error message SALV_IDA302 typically indicates that a function cannot be executed because more than the allowed number of items (e.g., rows, entries) have been selected in a particular context. This error often arises in the context of using the SAP ALV (ABAP List Viewer) or when working with data selection in SAP applications.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a user attempts to perform an action that is limited to a certain number of selected items, and the user has selected more than that limit. The specific message "more than &1 &2 selected" indicates that the number of selected items exceeds the predefined threshold.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Reduce the Selection: Go back to the selection screen or the list where you encountered the error and reduce the number of selected items. Ensure that you are within the allowed limit.
  
  
  Check Documentation: Review the documentation or help text