How To Fix R9084 - Only &1 characteristic values expanded

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R9 - Business Explorer

• Message number: 084

• Message text: Only &1 characteristic values expanded

What causes this issue?

More than &V1& characteristic values are available. Expanding all char.
values in the tree would take too long.

System Response

Only the first &V1& values were expanded.

How to fix this error?

If you require access to further characteristic values then you can
proceed as follows:
Drag the selected characteristic to the definition tree (e.g. in the
filter).
Position the cursor on this characteristic in the definition tree. The
entry fields in the value editor are active.
Press the key for the value help on the right of the entry field.
The standard SAP value help appears, this allows you a further value
selection.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R9084 - Only &1 characteristic values expanded ?

  The SAP error message R9084 "Only &1 characteristic values expanded" typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when dealing with queries or reports that involve characteristics and their values. This message indicates that the system has only expanded a limited number of characteristic values, which can be due to various reasons.
  Cause:
  
  Limit on Characteristic Values: The system has a predefined limit on the number of characteristic values that can be expanded in a query. If the number of values exceeds this limit, the system will only expand a certain number of them, leading to this error message.
  Performance Optimization: SAP may limit the number of expanded values to optimize performance and avoid excessive resource consumption during query execution.
  Query Design: The design of the query may inadvertently lead to a situation where too many characteristic values are being requested.
  
  Solution:
  
  Adjust Query Settings: Review the query settings in the Query Designer. You may need to adjust the filters or the characteristics being used to reduce the number of values being expanded.
  Increase Limits: If appropriate, you can check if there are settings in the BW system that allow you to increase the limit on the number of expanded characteristic values. This may require administrative access.
  Refine Data Selection: Refine the selection criteria in your query to limit the number of characteristic values being processed. This can involve adding more filters or conditions to narrow down the data set.
  Use Aggregation: Instead of expanding all characteristic values, consider using aggregated data or summary views that provide the necessary insights without needing to expand all values.
  Check for Updates: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date, as newer versions may have enhancements or changes in how such limits are handled.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific notes related to error R9084, as they may provide additional insights or patches.
  Performance Tuning: Consider performance tuning for your BW queries to ensure they run efficiently without hitting limits.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for BW/BI queries for best practices on designing queries and handling characteristic values.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation and support.