How To Fix R7B237 - Char. &1 has hierarchies that can include concatenated values from &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7B - BW Metadata (InfoCube, InfoObject, InfoObject catalog)

• Message number: 237

• Message text: Char. &1 has hierarchies that can include concatenated values from &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7B237 - Char. &1 has hierarchies that can include concatenated values from &2 ?

  The SAP error message R7B237 indicates that there is an issue with a characteristic in a hierarchy that is trying to include concatenated values from another characteristic. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when dealing with hierarchies and characteristics in InfoObjects.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A characteristic (let's call it &1) is defined with hierarchies that are expected to include values from another characteristic (let's call it &2).
  The system detects that the hierarchy for &1 is trying to include concatenated values from &2, which is not allowed or not properly configured.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Configuration:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance for the characteristic &1.
  Verify the hierarchy settings and ensure that they are correctly defined.
  Make sure that the hierarchy does not attempt to concatenate values from &2 unless it is explicitly allowed.
  
  
  
  Review Characteristic Settings:
  
  Check the settings of characteristic &2 to ensure that it is compatible with the hierarchy of &1.
  Ensure that the data types and attributes of both characteristics are compatible.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Model:
  
  If necessary, consider adjusting the data model to avoid concatenation of values that lead to this error.
  You may need to create a new characteristic or modify existing ones to ensure they align with the hierarchy requirements.
  
  
  
  Rebuild Hierarchies:
  
  If changes are made to the characteristics, you may need to rebuild the hierarchies associated with &1.
  This can often be done in the SAP BW system by using the hierarchy maintenance tools.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Issues:
  
  Ensure that the data being loaded into the InfoObjects does not contain unexpected concatenated values that could trigger this error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on handling hierarchies and characteristics.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP BW/BI hierarchy management for a deeper understanding of how to configure and manage hierarchies effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the R7B237 error and implement a solution to resolve it.