How To Fix FDT_EXPRESSIONS353 - Multiple or no successors (&1) are not allowed for start node &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_EXPRESSIONS - Formula & Derivation Tool: Expressions

• Message number: 353

• Message text: Multiple or no successors (&1) are not allowed for start node &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS353 - Multiple or no successors (&1) are not allowed for start node &2 ?

  The SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS353 indicates that there is an issue with the flow of expressions in a decision table or expression-based logic within the SAP system. Specifically, it points out that the start node of the expression has either multiple successors or no successors, which is not allowed.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Multiple Successors: This occurs when the start node in the expression has more than one outgoing path or successor. In a decision table or flow, each node should ideally lead to a single next step to maintain clarity and avoid ambiguity in decision-making.
  
  
  No Successors: This happens when the start node does not lead to any subsequent nodes. This can occur if the flow is incorrectly defined or if there are missing connections in the logic.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Expression Logic:
  
  Open the expression or decision table where the error is occurring.
  Check the start node and examine