How To Fix SEPM_BO_COMMON603 - Only one company can exist in the EPM model

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SEPM_BO_COMMON - EPM: Common Messages for EPM Business Objects

• Message number: 603

• Message text: Only one company can exist in the EPM model

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SEPM_BO_COMMON603 - Only one company can exist in the EPM model ?

  The SAP error message SEPM_BO_COMMON603, which states "Only one company can exist in the EPM model," typically occurs in the context of SAP BusinessObjects (BO) or SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) when there is an issue with the company structure in the EPM model.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  Multiple Companies Defined: The EPM model is configured to allow only one company, but multiple companies have been defined in the model or data source.
  Incorrect Model Configuration: The model may not be set up correctly to handle multiple companies, or the data being loaded includes multiple company codes.
  Data Source Issues: The data source being used may contain multiple company codes, which conflicts with the model's configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Model Configuration:
  
  Open the EPM model in the EPM Add-in or the relevant SAP application.
  Verify that the model is configured to support only one company. If you need to work with multiple companies, consider creating a new model that supports multiple companies.
  
  
  
  Review Data Source:
  
  Check the data source being used for the EPM model. Ensure that it only contains data for a single company code.
  If the data source contains multiple company codes, filter the data to include only the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Load Settings:
  
  If you are loading data from a source like SAP BW or another database, ensure that the data load settings are correctly configured to pull data for only one company.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for your specific version of EPM or BPC to understand the limitations and configurations related to company codes.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your environment or version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC): This is the application where the EPM model is often used. Understanding its configuration and limitations is crucial.
  SAP BusinessObjects: If you are using BusinessObjects, ensure that your reports and data sources are aligned with the EPM model's requirements.
  EPM Add-in: Familiarize yourself with the EPM Add-in for Excel, as it is commonly used to interact with EPM models.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.