How To Fix RSD_GEO305 - Level &1 not allowed. Must be between 1 and 99

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSD_GEO -

• Message number: 305

• Message text: Level &1 not allowed. Must be between 1 and 99

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSD_GEO305 - Level &1 not allowed. Must be between 1 and 99 ?

  The SAP error message RSD_GEO305 indicates that there is an issue with the level of a hierarchy or a characteristic in your SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system. Specifically, the error states that the level must be between 1 and 99, and the value provided is outside this range.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  You are trying to create or modify a hierarchy or characteristic that has a level defined outside the acceptable range (1 to 99).
  There may be a configuration issue in the hierarchy settings or the way the data is being loaded or processed.
  The level being referenced might be incorrectly defined in the data model or during the data extraction process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSD_GEO305 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Levels:
  
  Review the hierarchy structure in the SAP BW system. Ensure that all levels are defined correctly and that none exceed the maximum limit of 99.
  
  
  
  Adjust Level Definitions:
  
  If you find any levels defined above 99, adjust them to fall within the acceptable range. This may involve modifying the hierarchy or the characteristic settings.
  
  
  
  Data Load Process:
  
  If the error occurs during a data load process, check the data being loaded. Ensure that the levels being referenced in the data are valid and conform to the defined hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Review InfoObjects:
  
  Check the InfoObjects associated with the hierarchy. Ensure that their properties and settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, test the changes by re-running the process that triggered the error to confirm that it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the hierarchy settings or how to adjust them, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP BW administrator for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to manage and troubleshoot hierarchies and InfoObjects.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSD_GEO305 error and implement a solution to resolve it.