How To Fix BS_ANLY_APF001 - Maximum number of 255 analysis paths per application exceeded

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BS_ANLY_APF - Analysis Path Framework

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Maximum number of 255 analysis paths per application exceeded

What causes this issue?

You have already saved 255 analysis paths. It is not possible to save
more than 255 analysis paths per user for the application defined by the
application configuration URL &V1&

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BS_ANLY_APF001 - Maximum number of 255 analysis paths per application exceeded ?

  The SAP error message BS_ANLY_APF001 indicates that the maximum limit of 255 analysis paths for a specific application has been exceeded in the Analytical Application Framework (APF). This typically occurs when you are trying to create or manage analysis paths in an application that already has the maximum number of paths defined.
  Cause:
  
  Limit Exceeded: The error is triggered when the number of analysis paths defined for a particular application exceeds the allowed limit of 255.
  Application Design: The application may have been designed or configured to include too many analysis paths, which can happen during development or when multiple users are creating paths without coordination.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Existing Analysis Paths: Check the existing analysis paths in the application. You can do this by navigating to the relevant application in the SAP system and reviewing the paths defined.
  Delete Unused Paths: If there are analysis paths that are no longer needed or are duplicates, consider deleting them to free up space for new paths.
  Consolidate Paths: If possible, consolidate similar analysis paths into fewer paths to stay within the limit.
  Re-evaluate Application Design: If the application requires more than 255 analysis paths, consider redesigning the application to better manage the paths or split the functionality into multiple applications.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the Analytical Application Framework for best practices on managing analysis paths.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this limitation.
  APF Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the Analytical Application Framework to understand how analysis paths work and best practices for managing them.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have implemented.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and manage your analysis paths effectively within the SAP system.