How To Fix SALV_WD_MSG605 - Displayed rows < 0 displays all rows

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SALV_WD_MSG - SALV_WD_MSG

• Message number: 605

• Message text: Displayed rows < 0 displays all rows

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SALV_WD_MSG605 - Displayed rows < 0 displays all rows ?

  The SAP error message SALV_WD_MSG605 typically indicates an issue with the display settings in an ALV (ABAP List Viewer) grid when using Web Dynpro for ABAP. The message states that the number of displayed rows is less than zero, which leads to the display of all rows in the ALV grid.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The error often arises from incorrect configuration settings in the ALV grid display options, particularly when setting the number of rows to display.
  Data Retrieval Issues: If the data retrieval logic is not correctly implemented, it may lead to a situation where the number of rows to be displayed is calculated incorrectly.
  User Input: If the user has input a negative value for the number of rows to display, it can trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the ALV grid. Ensure that the number of rows to display is set to a valid positive integer.
  Modify Code Logic: If you are using custom logic to determine the number of rows, ensure that it does not return negative values. You may need to add validation checks to ensure that the value is always non-negative.
  Default Values: Set a default value for the number of rows to display in case the user input is invalid or not provided.
  User Input Validation: Implement input validation to ensure that users cannot enter negative values for the number of rows to display.
  
  Related Information:
  
  ALV Grid Control: Familiarize yourself with the ALV grid control and its properties, especially those related to display settings.
  Web Dynpro for ABAP: Understanding the Web Dynpro framework can help in troubleshooting issues related to UI components and their configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the ALV grid and this specific error message.
  Debugging: Use debugging tools to trace the execution of your code and identify where the negative value is being set or calculated.
  
  By addressing the configuration and ensuring proper validation, you should be able to resolve the SALV_WD_MSG605 error and ensure that the ALV grid displays the correct number of rows.