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Message type: E = Error
Message class: VHURL - Messages for Returnable Packaging Account Processing
Message number: 514
Message text: Restrict the selection further
The system offers no index support for the selection conditions
entered.
The selection could take a long time.
If necessary, restrict the selection further.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.
VHURL514
- Restrict the selection further ?The SAP error message VHURL514, which states "Restrict the selection further," typically occurs in the context of a selection screen where the user is trying to execute a report or transaction that returns a large dataset. This error indicates that the selection criteria provided are too broad, resulting in an overwhelming number of records being processed, which can lead to performance issues or timeouts.
Cause:
- Broad Selection Criteria: The user has not specified enough filters or criteria, leading to a large volume of data being selected.
- System Performance: The system may have limitations on the amount of data that can be processed in a single request, and the current selection exceeds that limit.
- Database Constraints: The underlying database may have restrictions on the number of records that can be retrieved in one go.
Solution:
Narrow Down Selection Criteria:
- Review the selection fields available on the screen and add more specific filters. For example, if you are selecting by date, try to limit the date range.
- Use additional fields such as document type, status, or other relevant parameters to reduce the dataset size.
Use Variants: If you frequently run the same report, consider creating a variant with predefined selection criteria that narrow down the results.
Pagination: If the report supports it, consider using pagination or batch processing to retrieve data in smaller chunks.
Consult Documentation: Check the documentation for the specific transaction or report to see if there are recommended practices for selection criteria.
Performance Tuning: If you have access to system administration, consider discussing with your SAP Basis team about performance tuning options for the database or application server.
Related Information:
If the problem persists after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
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