How To Fix LM371 - Anal. characteristics and structure of generated characteristics differ

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LM - Treasury: Limit Management

• Message number: 371

• Message text: Anal. characteristics and structure of generated characteristics differ

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LM371 - Anal. characteristics and structure of generated characteristics differ ?

  The SAP error message LM371, which states "Analytical characteristics and structure of generated characteristics differ," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Logistics Execution (LE) or Warehouse Management (WM) modules. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the characteristics defined in the system and the characteristics that are being generated or analyzed.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Characteristics: The error often arises when there is a discrepancy between the characteristics defined in the master data (like material master, info records, etc.) and the characteristics that are being used in the analysis or reporting.
  Changes in Data Structure: If there have been recent changes to the data structure or characteristics in the system (e.g., changes in the configuration of characteristics in the InfoObject), it can lead to this error.
  Inconsistent Data: If the data being processed has been altered or is inconsistent with the expected structure, this can trigger the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristics Configuration: Review the configuration of the characteristics in the system. Ensure that the characteristics used in the analysis match those defined in the master data.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the data. This can involve checking for any inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data that may be causing the mismatch.
  Recreate or Adjust Characteristics: If necessary, recreate or adjust the characteristics in the system to ensure they align with the expected structure.
  Update InfoObjects: If the error is related to InfoObjects in BW (Business Warehouse), ensure that the InfoObjects are correctly defined and that any changes are reflected in the data model.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and others that may help in analyzing the characteristics and data structures.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the LM371 error and implement a solution to resolve it.