How To Fix RSDD315 - Hierarchy '&1' (characteristic &2; aggr. '&3') is not stored generically

RSDD315 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDD - Message class for data manager

• Message number: 315

• Message text: Hierarchy '&1' (characteristic &2; aggr. '&3') is not stored generically

What causes this issue?

Hierarchy &V1& of characteristic &V2& in aggregate &V3& is not stored
generically. The system therefore has no control over when the hierarchy
structure changes. For this reason, the hierarchy cannot be used in an
aggregate.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Remove the hierarchy from the aggregate and use aggregation level * for
characteristic &V2&.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDD315 - Hierarchy '&1' (characteristic &2; aggr. '&3') is not stored generically ?

  The SAP error message RSDD315 indicates that there is an issue with a hierarchy in the context of a characteristic in a data model, typically within the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) environment. This error occurs when the system expects a hierarchy to be stored generically, but it is not. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Hierarchy Configuration: The hierarchy specified in the error message is not configured to be stored generically. This means that the hierarchy is likely set up in a way that does not allow it to be reused across different contexts or characteristics.
  Aggregation Settings: The aggregation settings for the characteristic may not be compatible with the hierarchy being used.
  Data Model Issues: There may be inconsistencies or misconfigurations in the data model that prevent the hierarchy from being recognized as generic.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Settings:
  
  Go to the hierarchy maintenance transaction (e.g., RSH1 for Hierarchy Maintenance).
  Verify the