How To Fix TE541 - Risk hierarchy &1 is too big and can not be saved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TE - Market Risk Management

• Message number: 541

• Message text: Risk hierarchy &1 is too big and can not be saved

What causes this issue?

A risk hierarchy can not contain more than 99,999 nodes. The current
hierarchy, however, exceeds this number, and will therefore not be
saved on the database.

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?

Edit the risk hierarchy. A risk hierarchy with more than 1,000 nodes is
not very realistic, and leads to horribly long processing times.

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 TE541 - Risk hierarchy &1 is too big and can not be saved ?

  The SAP error message TE541, which states "Risk hierarchy &1 is too big and cannot be saved," typically occurs in the context of SAP GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) when you are trying to save a risk hierarchy that exceeds certain predefined limits. This can happen due to the size of the hierarchy, the number of nodes, or the complexity of the relationships within the hierarchy.
  Causes:
  
  Exceeding Node Limits: The risk hierarchy may have too many nodes or levels, surpassing the system's capacity to handle them.
  Complex Relationships: The relationships between nodes may be too complex, leading to performance issues or exceeding system limits.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in your SAP system that limit the size of the risk hierarchy.
  Data Volume: The volume of data associated with the hierarchy (e.g., risks, controls, etc.) may be too large.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Simplify the Hierarchy: Review the risk hierarchy and try to simplify it by reducing the number of nodes or levels. Consider breaking it into smaller, more manageable hierarchies.
  Check Configuration Settings: Consult with your SAP Basis or GRC administrator to check if there are configuration settings that can be adjusted to allow for larger hierarchies.
  Data Cleanup: Remove any unnecessary or redundant nodes or data from the hierarchy to reduce its size.
  Batch Processing: If applicable, consider processing the hierarchy in smaller batches rather than trying to save it all at once.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to risk hierarchies for any specific limitations or recommendations.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. They may provide patches or updates that address this limitation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on managing risk hierarchies.
  Performance Tuning: Look into performance tuning options for your GRC system, as this may help in managing larger hierarchies.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in creating and managing risk hierarchies are trained on best practices to avoid creating overly complex structures.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and implementing the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the TE541 error and successfully save your risk hierarchy.