How To Fix UMM_CUSTOMIZING117 - Too many runtime variables in cockpit '&1'

UMM_CUSTOMIZING117 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMM_CUSTOMIZING - Messages from the Management Cockpit Maintenance Transaction

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Too many runtime variables in cockpit '&1'

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UMM_CUSTOMIZING117 - Details

• The SAP error message UMM_CUSTOMIZING117, which states "Too many runtime variables in cockpit '&1'," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Business Warehouse (BW) or Business Intelligence (BI) environments. This error indicates that the number of runtime variables defined in a specific cockpit (or query) exceeds the allowed limit.
  
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Limits: Each cockpit or query in SAP has a predefined limit on the number of runtime variables that can be used. If you exceed this limit, the system will throw this error.
  Complex Queries: Queries that are overly complex or have too many filters and variables can lead to this issue.
  
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the configuration of the cockpit or the way variables are set up can lead to an excessive number of runtime variables.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Runtime Variables: Check the cockpit or query definition to see how many runtime variables are currently being used. Remove any unnecessary variables or consolidate them where possible.
  Optimize Queries: