How To Fix OL590 - Illegal level &

OL590 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OL - Workflow object types: Run-time system

• Message number: 590

• Message text: Illegal level &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OL590 - Illegal level & ?

  The SAP error message OL590 "Illegal level &" typically occurs in the context of SAP's data processing, particularly when dealing with hierarchical data structures or when using certain functions that expect a specific level of data.
  
  Cause:
  The error usually indicates that there is an issue with the level of data being processed. This can happen due to several reasons, such as:
  
  An incorrect level being specified in a report or data extraction.
  Data inconsistencies in the hierarchical structure, where the expected level does not match the actual data.
  Misconfiguration in the settings related to the data processing or reporting.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the OL590 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Level Specification: Review the report or transaction where the error occurred. Ensure that the level specified is valid and corresponds to the data structure you are working with.
  
  
  Data Consistency: Verify the data in the relevant tables or structures. Look for any inconsistencies or missing