How To Fix RTCMMD237 - CDT update only permitted for non-scheduled hierarchies

RTCMMD237 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RTCMMD - Article Hierarchy

• Message number: 237

• Message text: CDT update only permitted for non-scheduled hierarchies

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RTCMMD237 - CDT update only permitted for non-scheduled hierarchies ?

  The SAP error message RTCMMD237 indicates that a change data transfer (CDT) update is being attempted on a scheduled hierarchy, which is not permitted. This error typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when dealing with master data or hierarchies.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system is trying to perform an update on a hierarchy that is defined as "scheduled." Scheduled hierarchies are typically used for time-dependent data and are not meant to be updated through the CDT process. The CDT process is designed for non-scheduled hierarchies, which can be updated freely without time constraints.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can consider the following approaches:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Type: Verify if the hierarchy you are trying to update is indeed a scheduled hierarchy. If it is, you will need to either:
  
  Change the hierarchy type to a non-scheduled hierarchy if that fits your business requirements.
  Use a different method to