How To Fix BCOM_EC_R111 - The attribute group '&3' contains too many members

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BCOM_EC_R - BCOM RBR: Messages for Return Codes of Router

• Message number: 111

• Message text: The attribute group '&3' contains too many members

What causes this issue?

The routing server has an upper limit for the number of members in an
attribute group. For more information, see the server documentation.
The attribute group to be downloaded has exceeded this number.
The server concerned is '&V1&'.
Further information:
Message from external software component: &V2&
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System Response

The function was not executed.

How to fix this error?

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

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 BCOM_EC_R111 - The attribute group '&3' contains too many members ?

  The SAP error message BCOM_EC_R111 indicates that the attribute group specified (denoted by &3) contains too many members. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BusinessObjects or SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when dealing with attribute groups in data modeling or reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Limits: Each attribute group has a limit on the number of members it can contain. If this limit is exceeded, the system will throw this error.
  Data Model Design: Poorly designed data models that include too many attributes in a single group can lead to this error.
  Performance Issues: Sometimes, the system may restrict the number of members in an attribute group to maintain performance and manageability.
  
  Solution:
  
  Reduce Members: Review the attribute group and reduce the number of members. This may involve splitting the attribute group into multiple groups or removing unnecessary attributes.
  Reorganize Data Model: Consider reorganizing your data model to distribute attributes more evenly across different groups.
  Check Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for specific limits on the number of members allowed in an attribute group for your version of SAP.
  Consult SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if you believe the error is occurring incorrectly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on best practices for attribute group design.
  Performance Tuning: Look into performance tuning for your SAP BW or BusinessObjects environment, as optimizing your data model can help prevent such issues.
  Training and Best Practices: Consider training for your team on best practices for data modeling in SAP to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  By addressing the number of members in the attribute group and following best practices for data modeling, you should be able to resolve the BCOM_EC_R111 error.