How To Fix RA552 - Threshold value Green -> Yellow must not be higher than Yellow -> Red

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RA - Monitoring structure dialog message

• Message number: 552

• Message text: Threshold value Green -> Yellow must not be higher than Yellow -> Red

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RA552 - Threshold value Green -> Yellow must not be higher than Yellow -> Red ?

  The SAP error message RA552 indicates an issue with the threshold values set for a particular process or report, typically in the context of performance management or reporting. This error occurs when the defined threshold for transitioning from a "Green" status to a "Yellow" status is set higher than the threshold for transitioning from "Yellow" to "Red." 
  Cause:
  The error arises from a logical inconsistency in the threshold settings. In performance management, thresholds are used to categorize performance levels:
  
  Green: Indicates good performance.
  Yellow: Indicates caution or a warning.
  Red: Indicates poor performance.
  
  For the thresholds to make sense, the value that triggers a transition from Green to Yellow must be less than the value that triggers a transition from Yellow to Red. If the Green to Yellow threshold is set higher than the Yellow to Red threshold, it creates a contradiction, leading to the RA552 error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to adjust the threshold values in the configuration settings. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Access the Configuration: Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SAP where the thresholds are defined. This could be in the context of a specific module or report.
  
  
  Review Threshold Values: Check the current values set for the thresholds:
  
  Green to Yellow threshold
  Yellow to Red threshold
  
  
  
  Adjust Values: Ensure that the Green to Yellow threshold is set to a value that is lower than the Yellow to Red threshold. For example:
  
  If the Yellow to Red threshold is set to 70, the Green to Yellow threshold should be set to a value less than 70 (e.g., 50).
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, save the changes.
  
  
  Test the Configuration: Run the report or process again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to performance management and threshold settings for more detailed guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to threshold settings.
  Impact Analysis: Consider the impact of changing threshold values on reporting and performance metrics, and communicate any changes to relevant stakeholders.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or updates.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RA552 error and ensure that your threshold settings are logically consistent.