How To Fix WSAM_SHMAE033 - Too many hits;only the first &1 returned;restrict your search

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WSAM_SHMAE - Message class for SRS enhanced mat search and ATP request

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Too many hits;only the first &1 returned;restrict your search

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WSAM_SHMAE033 - Too many hits;only the first &1 returned;restrict your search ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation of the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WSAM_SHMAE033 Too many hits; only the first &1 returned; restrict your search
  
  
  Cause:
  This message occurs when a search or query in SAP returns more results than the system is configured to display or handle at once. The system limits the number of hits (results) to avoid performance issues or overwhelming the user with too much data. The number &1 is a placeholder for the maximum number of hits that the system will return.
  For example, if the system is set to return a maximum of 100 hits, but the search yields 500 results, only the first 100 will be shown, and this message will appear to inform the user.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Restrict the Search Criteria:
  Narrow down your search by adding more specific filters or criteria to reduce the number of hits. For example, use more precise date ranges, specific document numbers, or other relevant