How To Fix UCM0308 - Redundant breakdown by &4 removed: &1 &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCM0 - Messages for Data Basis, Cons Area, ...

• Message number: 308

• Message text: Redundant breakdown by &4 removed: &1 &2 &3

What causes this issue?

The characteristic &V4& is contained in an account assignment in the
Customizing setting &V1& &V2& &V3&. However, the items of the account
assignment are not broken down by &V4&.

System Response

The system removes the redundant characteristic from the account
assignment when saving.

How to fix this error?

Save your changes in the consolidation workbench.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCM0308 - Redundant breakdown by &4 removed: &1 &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message UCM0308, which states "Redundant breakdown by &4 removed: &1 &2 &3," typically occurs in the context of reporting or analysis within SAP systems, particularly when using the SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects. This message indicates that a breakdown (or grouping) in a report or query has been deemed redundant and has been removed by the system.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  Redundant Breakdowns: The system detects that a breakdown (dimension or characteristic) is not necessary because it does not add any additional value to the report. This can happen if the breakdown is already represented by another characteristic or if it does not provide any further granularity.
  Query Design: The design of the query or report may have overlapping characteristics that lead to redundancy.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the underlying data model or structure may have rendered certain breakdowns unnecessary.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UCM0308 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Review Query Design: Check the query or report design to identify the characteristics being used. Remove or adjust any redundant breakdowns that do not contribute additional insights.
  
  
  Adjust Characteristics: If certain characteristics are not needed for the analysis, consider removing them from the report or query definition.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific module you are working with to understand the implications of breakdowns and how they should be structured.
  
  
  Test Changes: After making adjustments, run the report or query again to ensure that the error message no longer appears and that the report still meets your analytical needs.
  
  
  Seek Expert Help: If you are unsure about which breakdowns are necessary, consult with a colleague or an SAP expert who can provide guidance based on best practices.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific notes related to UCM0308, as they may provide additional context or solutions.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation on query design and reporting in SAP to better understand how to structure reports effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the UCM0308 error and improve the quality of your reports in SAP.