How To Fix SRM_GENERIC_SP_ARC017 - Problems during selection (number of documents: &)

SRM_GENERIC_SP_ARC017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRM_GENERIC_SP_ARC - Messages in the Context of GSP Data Archiving

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Problems during selection (number of documents: &)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRM_GENERIC_SP_ARC017 - Problems during selection (number of documents: &) ?

  The SAP error message SRM_GENERIC_SP_ARC017 typically indicates that there are issues during the selection process in the SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) system. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions can help in resolving the issue.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Volume: The error message often arises when the system is trying to process a large number of documents, which may exceed the system's capacity or configuration limits.
  Selection Criteria: Incorrect or overly broad selection criteria can lead to performance issues or timeouts.
  System Performance: The underlying database or application server may be experiencing performance issues, leading to timeouts or failures during document selection.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SRM system that are not optimized for the current workload or data volume.
  Locks or Deadlocks: If multiple processes are trying to access the same data simultaneously, it can lead to locks or deadlocks, causing selection problems.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Refine Selection Criteria: