How To Fix RS_DB_DB6555 - InfoCube &1: 010 index is limited to 64 characteristics

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_DB_DB6 - DB6-Specific Messages in SAP BW

• Message number: 555

• Message text: InfoCube &1: 010 index is limited to 64 characteristics

What causes this issue?

For optimal performance, the ~010 index should include all
characteristics of the InfoCube. However, the InfoCube has more than 64
characteristics. Therefore, the index contains only the first 64
characteristics.

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?

This is normal behavior. No action is required.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_DB_DB6555 - InfoCube &1: 010 index is limited to 64 characteristics ?

  The SAP error message RS_DB_DB6555 indicates that an InfoCube has exceeded the limit of 64 characteristics for its index. This is a common issue when designing InfoCubes in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) where the number of characteristics defined in the InfoCube exceeds the maximum allowed limit.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the InfoCube has been defined with more than 64 characteristics. In SAP BW, each InfoCube can only have a maximum of 64 characteristics in its index. When you attempt to activate or process the InfoCube, the system checks this limit and raises the error if it is exceeded.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Characteristics: Analyze the characteristics that are currently included in the InfoCube. Determine if all of them are necessary for your reporting needs.
  
  
  Remove Unused Characteristics: If there are characteristics that are not essential for your reporting or analysis, consider removing them from the InfoCube definition.
  
  
  Use Attributes: If some characteristics can be represented as attributes of other characteristics, consider using attributes instead. This can help reduce the number of characteristics in the InfoCube.
  
  
  Split the InfoCube: If the InfoCube is too complex and contains too many characteristics, consider splitting it into multiple InfoCubes. Each InfoCube can then focus on a specific area of analysis, which can help keep the number of characteristics within the limit.
  
  
  Check Aggregates: If you are using aggregates, ensure that they are designed efficiently and do not require all characteristics to be included.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or guidelines for best practices in InfoCube design to ensure that you are following recommended approaches.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP BW Documentation: Review the official SAP BW documentation for guidelines on InfoCube design and limitations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  Performance Considerations: Keep in mind that having too many characteristics can also impact performance, so optimizing the design is beneficial not just for compliance with limits but also for overall system efficiency.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RS_DB_DB6555 error and ensure that your InfoCube is designed within the constraints of SAP BW.