How To Fix RS_HCPR_MODEL111 - Cycle detected in definition of CompositeProvider '&1'

RS_HCPR_MODEL111 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_HCPR_MODEL - Messages related to the HANA Composite Provider Backend

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Cycle detected in definition of CompositeProvider '&1'

What causes this issue?

A cycle has been detected for CompositeProvider '&SYST-MSGV1&', meaning
that it
is used in some of its own PartProviders (as PartProvider).

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_HCPR_MODEL111 - Cycle detected in definition of CompositeProvider '&1' ?

  The SAP error message RS_HCPR_MODEL111 Cycle detected in definition of CompositeProvider '&1' indicates that there is a circular reference in the definition of a CompositeProvider in SAP BW/4HANA or SAP BW on HANA. This means that the CompositeProvider is referencing itself directly or indirectly, which creates a loop that cannot be resolved.
  
  Cause:
  
  Circular Reference: The most common cause of this error is that the CompositeProvider is defined in such a way that it references itself or another CompositeProvider that eventually leads back to it.
  Incorrect Joins: If the CompositeProvider is built using multiple InfoProviders (like other CompositeProviders, InfoCubes, or DSOs) and the joins between them create a cycle, this error can occur.
  Modeling Errors: Errors in the modeling process, such as incorrect relationships or joins between the data sources, can lead to this issue.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review CompositeProvider Definition: Check the definition of the CompositeProvider for any direct or indirect references to itself. Ensure that it