How To Fix SY204 - Dataset is too big for table &

SY204 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SY - ABAP/4 system messages

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Dataset is too big for table &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SY204 - Dataset is too big for table & ?

  The SAP error message SY204, which states "Dataset is too big for table &," typically occurs when the system attempts to process a dataset that exceeds the maximum allowable size for a particular table. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during data uploads, report generation, or when executing certain transactions that involve large datasets.
  Causes:
  
  Exceeding Table Size Limits: Each table in SAP has a defined maximum size limit. If the dataset being processed exceeds this limit, the error will occur.
  Memory Limitations: The system may run out of memory while trying to handle large datasets, leading to this error.
  Incorrect Configuration: Sometimes, the configuration settings for the database or the application may not be optimized for handling large datasets.
  Data Volume: High volumes of data being processed in a single transaction can trigger this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Data Chunking: Break down the dataset into smaller chunks and process them in multiple transactions instead of trying