How To Fix RODPS081 - Restrictions on ODP &1(&2) return &4 values for attribute &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RODPS - Operation Data Provider

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Restrictions on ODP &1(&2) return &4 values for attribute &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RODPS081 - Restrictions on ODP &1(&2) return &4 values for attribute &3 ?

  The SAP error message RODPS081 typically occurs in the context of Operational Data Provisioning (ODP) when there are restrictions on the data being extracted or processed. This error message indicates that the data source is returning a number of values that exceed the allowed limit for a specific attribute.
  Cause:
  The error message RODPS081 is triggered when:
  
  The data source (e.g., a DataSource or InfoProvider) is returning more values for a specific attribute than what is allowed or expected.
  There may be a mismatch in the data model or configuration, leading to an unexpected number of values being returned.
  The attribute in question may have restrictions defined in the ODP settings that are not being met by the data being processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RODPS081 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Data Source Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the DataSource or InfoProvider to ensure that it is set up correctly and that the attributes are defined properly.
  
  
  
  Review Attribute Restrictions:
  
  Look into the restrictions defined for the attribute in question. Ensure that the data being returned complies with these restrictions.
  
  
  
  Data Quality Check:
  
  Perform a data quality check on the source data to ensure that it does not contain unexpected or erroneous values that could lead to exceeding the allowed limits.
  
  
  
  Adjust ODP Settings:
  
  If necessary, adjust the ODP settings to accommodate the number of values being returned. This may involve changing the configuration of the ODP extractor or modifying the data model.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to ODP and the specific DataSource you are working with for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the extraction process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  ODP Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation on Operational Data Provisioning for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the RODPS081 error and implement a solution to resolve it.