How To Fix R7035 - Characteristic &1: only &2 InfoObjects are allowed in the compounding

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Characteristic &1: only &2 InfoObjects are allowed in the compounding

What causes this issue?

Compounding of characteristic &V1& contains &V3& InfoObjects, although
a maximum of &V3& is permitted.

System Response

Characteristic &V1& can not be activated.

How to fix this error?

Delete InfoObjects from the compound.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7035 - Characteristic &1: only &2 InfoObjects are allowed in the compounding ?

  The SAP error message R7035 indicates an issue with the configuration of characteristics in the context of compounding in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence). This error typically arises when you attempt to compound a characteristic with more InfoObjects than are allowed.
  Cause:
  The error message R7035 occurs due to the following reasons:
  
  Exceeding Allowed InfoObjects: The characteristic you are trying to compound has more InfoObjects associated with it than the system allows. Each characteristic can only be compounded with a limited number of other characteristics (InfoObjects).
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the InfoObject settings or the compounding rules that lead to this error.
  Data Model Limitations: The data model may have limitations based on the version of SAP BW or the specific configuration of the InfoObjects.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the R7035 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Compounding Settings:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSD1) and check the compounding settings for the characteristic in question.
  Ensure that you are not trying to compound with more InfoObjects than allowed.
  
  
  
  Reduce the Number of Compounded InfoObjects:
  
  If you have compounded the characteristic with too many InfoObjects, consider reducing the number of InfoObjects to comply with the system's limitations.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Check the SAP documentation or help files for the specific limits on compounding characteristics in your version of SAP BW/BI.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on your specific system configuration and version.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error is resolved and that the compounding works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  InfoObjects: These are the basic building blocks in SAP BW/BI that represent characteristics and key figures.
  Compounding: This is a feature in SAP BW that allows you to create a hierarchy of characteristics, enabling more complex data modeling.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on compounding limitations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the R7035 error and implement a solution to resolve it.