How To Fix QG_EVAL035 - Maximal length of hierarchy exceeded for material &1 batch &2 plant &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QG_EVAL - QM Evaluations Using Graphics and Tables

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Maximal length of hierarchy exceeded for material &1 batch &2 plant &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QG_EVAL035 - Maximal length of hierarchy exceeded for material &1 batch &2 plant &3 ?

  The SAP error message QG_EVAL035 indicates that the maximum length of a hierarchy has been exceeded for a specific material, batch, and plant combination. This error typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when dealing with inspection characteristics or when trying to evaluate a material's quality data.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Hierarchy Depth: The hierarchy structure for the material or batch is too deep, exceeding the system's predefined limits.
  Configuration Settings: The settings in the SAP system for the maximum allowable hierarchy levels may be configured too low for the data being processed.
  Data Volume: There may be an excessive amount of data associated with the material or batch, leading to the hierarchy exceeding the maximum length.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Hierarchy Structure:
  
  Check the hierarchy structure for the material and batch in question. Ensure that it does not exceed the maximum allowed levels.
  Simplify the hierarchy if possible by reducing the number of levels or consolidating characteristics.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration Settings:
  
  Consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to review the settings related to hierarchy limits. If necessary, adjust the configuration to allow for a greater depth of hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup:
  
  If there is excessive data associated with the material or batch, consider cleaning up or archiving old or unnecessary data to reduce the overall volume.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that may resolve known issues.
  If the problem persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), QA32 (Change Inspection Lot), or QGA1 (Create Inspection Characteristic) to review the material and its associated data.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Quality Management and material master data to understand the hierarchy structure and limits.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the hierarchy functions as expected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.