How To Fix /SCDL/DL_DBAL_DB010 - Error in QUERY: Maximum number of selections reached

/SCDL/DL_DBAL_DB010 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/DL_DBAL_DB -

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Error in QUERY: Maximum number of selections reached

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/SCDL/DL_DBAL_DB010 - Details

• The SAP error message /SCDL/DL_DBAL_DB010 Error in QUERY: Maximum number of selections reached typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when a query is executed that exceeds the maximum number of selections allowed for a particular query or data source. This can happen when a user tries to filter data using too many selection criteria, which can lead to performance issues or exceed system limits.
  
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Selection Limits: Each query in SAP BW or HANA has a predefined limit on the number of selections (filters) that can be applied. If this limit is exceeded, the system will throw this error.
  Complex Queries: Queries that involve multiple characteristics or key figures with extensive filtering can quickly reach the selection limit.
  Configuration Settings: The maximum number of selections can be configured in the system, and it may be set to a low value.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Reduce the Number of Selections: Review the