How To Fix SD502 - The list of possible entries is too long

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD - Online doc., terminology, translation, help

• Message number: 502

• Message text: The list of possible entries is too long

What causes this issue?

The number of possible input values is greater than 100. As a result,
the list is not displayed.

How to fix this error?

You can reduce the length of the list by entering the first characters
of the possible input values followed by an '*' in the input field.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD502 - The list of possible entries is too long ?

  The SAP error message SD502, which states "The list of possible entries is too long," typically occurs when a user attempts to access a dropdown list or a selection screen that generates a large number of possible entries. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when filtering data in sales documents, customer master records, or material master records.
  
  Cause:
  
  Excessive Data Volume: The primary cause of this error is that the system is trying to display too many entries in a selection list, exceeding the limit set by SAP.
  Inefficient Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used may not be specific enough, leading to a broad range of results.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have configuration settings that limit the number of entries displayed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Refine Selection Criteria: Narrow down the search criteria to reduce the number of possible entries. For example, if you are searching for customers, try to include additional filters such as customer