How To Fix RSDD201 - InfoProvider contains too many characteristics; make a preselection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDD - Message class for data manager

• Message number: 201

• Message text: InfoProvider contains too many characteristics; make a preselection

What causes this issue?

The program for displaying InfoProvider content cannot be generated,
because the InfoProvider contains too many characteristics. A maximum of
72 characteristics is permitted.

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?

In the following selection screen, select the characteristics to be
displayed.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDD201 - InfoProvider contains too many characteristics; make a preselection ?

  The SAP error message RSDD201, which states "InfoProvider contains too many characteristics; make a preselection," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when a query is executed that involves an InfoProvider (like a cube or a DSO) with a large number of characteristics. This can lead to performance issues or exceed system limits, prompting the error message.
  Cause:
  
  Too Many Characteristics: The query is trying to retrieve data from an InfoProvider that has a large number of characteristics (dimensions). This can overwhelm the system's ability to process the request efficiently.
  System Limitations: There may be limitations in the system regarding the number of characteristics that can be processed in a single query.
  Complex Queries: Queries that involve multiple characteristics, especially when they are not filtered or preselected, can lead to excessive data retrieval and processing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Preselection of Characteristics: Modify the query to include only the necessary characteristics. This can be done by:
  
  Using filters to limit the number of characteristics in the query.
  Creating a new query that focuses on a specific subset of data.
  Utilizing variables to allow users to select only the relevant characteristics before executing the query.
  
  
  
  Aggregation: If applicable, consider aggregating data at a higher level to reduce the number of characteristics being processed.
  
  
  Query Design: Review the design of the query:
  
  Simplify the query by removing unnecessary characteristics.
  Use hierarchies or structures to limit the number of characteristics displayed.
  
  
  
  Performance Optimization: Check for performance optimization options in the BW system, such as:
  
  Indexing the InfoProvider.
  Ensuring that the InfoProvider is well-structured and optimized for query performance.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling large queries.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP BW Query Designer: Use the Query Designer tool to create and modify queries, allowing for better control over the characteristics included.
  Performance Monitoring: Utilize transaction codes like ST03N or RSRT to monitor query performance and identify bottlenecks.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for best practices in query design and performance optimization in BW.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSDD201 error and improve the performance of your queries in SAP BW.