How To Fix EE_AMI049 - Operational state request for too many devices (&1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EE_AMI - Message Class for AMI Applications

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Operational state request for too many devices (&1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EE_AMI049 - Operational state request for too many devices (&1) ?

  The SAP error message EE_AMI049, which indicates "Operational state request for too many devices (&1)," typically occurs in the context of the Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) within SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities). This error suggests that a request has been made to retrieve the operational state of too many devices at once, exceeding the system's configured limits.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Limits: The error is primarily caused by attempting to process a request that involves too many devices simultaneously. This could happen if a batch job or a user action tries to fetch the operational state for a large number of meters or devices in one go.
  System Configuration: The system may have a predefined limit on the number of devices that can be processed in a single request to prevent performance issues.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Reduce the Number of Devices: Modify the request to limit the number of devices being processed at one time. This can be done by:
  
  Splitting the request into smaller batches.
  Filtering the devices based on specific criteria (e.g., by location, type, or status) to reduce the total count.
  
  
  
  Check System Configuration: Review the system settings to understand the limits imposed on operational state requests. If necessary, consult with your SAP Basis or system administrator to adjust these limits, but be cautious as increasing limits may impact system performance.
  
  
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your application or process to catch this specific error and provide feedback to users or systems to retry with a smaller batch size.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the EE_AMI049 error for any specific recommendations or patches that may address this issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or fixes related to this error.
  Performance Monitoring: Monitor system performance when processing large requests to ensure that it remains within acceptable limits.
  User Training: Educate users on best practices for querying device states to avoid overwhelming the system with large requests.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage SAP support for further assistance.