How To Fix R3502 - Functions & and & for general hierarchies in logistics must be provided

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R3 - Service API messages

• Message number: 502

• Message text: Functions & and & for general hierarchies in logistics must be provided

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R3502 - Functions & and & for general hierarchies in logistics must be provided ?

  The SAP error message R3502 typically indicates that there is a missing configuration for the functions related to general hierarchies in logistics. This error often arises when you are trying to use a hierarchy in a logistics application (like Material Management, Sales and Distribution, etc.) but the necessary functions or settings have not been defined in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Hierarchy Functions: The error suggests that the system requires specific functions to be defined for the general hierarchies you are trying to use, but they are not set up.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a lack of configuration in the relevant customizing settings for the logistics module you are working with.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies or missing data in the hierarchy structure that you are trying to access.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the section for defining general hierarchies in logistics.
  Ensure that the necessary functions