How To Fix /SAPCND/GENERATOR177 - Generation of scale ALV table category &1 failed.

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCND/GENERATOR -

• Message number: 177

• Message text: Generation of scale ALV table category &1 failed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCND/GENERATOR177 - Generation of scale ALV table category &1 failed. ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCND/GENERATOR177 Generation of scale ALV table category &1 failed typically occurs in the context of the SAP Converged Data Model (CDM) or when working with the SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) and involves issues related to the generation of ALV (ABAP List Viewer) tables.
  Cause:
  
  Data Model Issues: The error may arise due to inconsistencies or issues in the underlying data model or the configuration of the ALV table.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to generate or access the ALV table.
  Technical Errors: There could be technical issues such as missing or incorrect configuration settings, or problems with the underlying database.
  System Performance: If the system is under heavy load or if there are performance issues, it may lead to failures in generating the ALV table.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Model: Review the data model associated with the ALV table. Ensure that all necessary fields and configurations are correctly set up.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the required authorizations to access and generate the ALV table. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Review Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the failure.
  Reconfigure ALV Table: If there are configuration issues, consider reconfiguring the ALV table or regenerating it if possible.
  System Performance: Monitor system performance and check for any resource bottlenecks. If the system is under heavy load, consider scheduling the generation during off-peak hours.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to investigate the data model and ALV configurations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to ALV table generation and the specific module you are working with for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.