How To Fix WAB517 - Package Size: &1; Number of records selected: &2

WAB517 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WAB - Messages Settlement Management

• Message number: 517

• Message text: Package Size: &1; Number of records selected: &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WAB517 - Package Size: &1; Number of records selected: &2 ?

  The SAP error message WAB517 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the package size and the number of records selected for processing. This error typically occurs in the context of data processing, such as during data extraction, loading, or transformation processes in SAP systems.
  
  Cause:
  The error message WAB517 is triggered when the number of records selected exceeds the defined package size limit. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Configuration Settings: The package size limit may be set too low in the system configuration.
  Data Volume: The volume of data being processed at once exceeds the allowable limit.
  Batch Processing: If the system is trying to process a batch of records that is larger than the specified package size, this error will occur.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WAB517 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Package Size Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the package size in the relevant transaction or program. You may