How To Fix VK861 - System error: maximum number of tables (&) reached

VK861 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VK - Pflege und Bearbeitung von Konditionen

• Message number: 861

• Message text: System error: maximum number of tables (&) reached

What causes this issue?

The system could not determine a table number.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

There could be several reasons why the system cannot determine a table
number:
1. All table numbers are assigned.
2. Cross-Application Customizing is not allowed.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VK861 - System error: maximum number of tables (&) reached ?

  The SAP error message VK861, which states "System error: maximum number of tables (&) reached," typically occurs when the system has hit a limit on the number of database tables that can be accessed or processed in a single transaction or operation. This can happen in various contexts, such as during pricing calculations, data retrieval, or when executing certain transactions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Database Limitations: Each SAP system has a limit on the number of tables that can be joined or accessed in a single query or transaction. This limit is often set to optimize performance and resource usage.
  Complex Queries: If a transaction or report involves complex queries that join many tables, it can exceed the maximum allowed number of tables.
  
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the configuration of the SAP system or the specific transaction can lead to excessive table joins or accesses.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Simplify Queries: Review the transaction or report that is causing the error. Try to