How To Fix /SAPAPO/CIF064 - No. selected change pointers (&1) adjusted to max. no. of hits (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CIF -

• Message number: 064

• Message text: No. selected change pointers (&1) adjusted to max. no. of hits (&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CIF064 - No. selected change pointers (&1) adjusted to max. no. of hits (&2) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CIF064 indicates that the number of selected change pointers has exceeded the maximum limit set for processing. This error typically occurs in the context of the Core Interface (CIF) when transferring data between SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) and SAP ERP systems.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Change Pointer Limit: The error arises when the number of change pointers that are selected for processing exceeds the maximum number of hits that can be handled in a single run. This is often due to a large volume of changes in the system that need to be synchronized.
  Configuration Settings: The maximum number of change pointers that can be processed in one go is defined in the CIF configuration settings. If this limit is set too low, it can lead to this error when there are many changes to be processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Increase the Maximum Number of Hits:
  
  You can adjust the maximum number of change pointers that can be processed in one run. This is done in the CIF settings.
  Navigate to the CIF configuration in the SAP system and look for the parameter that defines the maximum number of change pointers (often referred to as "Max. No. of Hits").
  Increase this value to accommodate the volume of changes you expect to process.
  
  
  
  Batch Processing:
  
  If increasing the limit is not feasible or does not resolve the issue, consider processing the change pointers in smaller batches. This can be done by filtering the change pointers based on specific criteria or by scheduling multiple runs.
  
  
  
  Monitor Change Pointers:
  
  Regularly monitor the change pointers to ensure that they are being processed efficiently. This can help in identifying any bottlenecks or issues in the data transfer process.
  
  
  
  Check for System Performance:
  
  Ensure that the system performance is optimal. Sometimes, performance issues can lead to delays in processing change pointers, causing them to pile up.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/CIF to access CIF-related settings and monitor change pointers.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for CIF and change pointer management for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  By addressing the configuration settings and monitoring the change pointers, you should be able to resolve the /SAPAPO/CIF064 error effectively.