# My pivot table stops working
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If your pivot table exceeds the computational limitations of the underlying database, this is usually caused by the combination of items in the field wells. That is, it's caused by a combination of rows, columns, metrics, and table calculations. To reduce the level of complexity and the potential for errors, simplify your pivot table. For more information, see [Pivot table best practices](pivot-table-best-practices.md).