How To Fix SLMP_RT257 - DC_SET &1 uses wrong navigation (Exp: &2 Act: &3)

SLMP_RT257 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SLMP_RT - SL Protocol Runtime Message Class

• Message number: 257

• Message text: DC_SET &1 uses wrong navigation (Exp: &2 Act: &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SLMP_RT257 - DC_SET &1 uses wrong navigation (Exp: &2 Act: &3) ?

  The SAP error message SLMP_RT257 indicates that there is a navigation issue in the context of a data collection or reporting process. Specifically, the error message states that a certain data set (DC_SET) is using the wrong navigation path. The placeholders &1, &2, and &3 represent specific values related to the error, such as the data set name, expected navigation, and actual navigation, respectively.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The data collection set may be incorrectly configured, leading to a mismatch between the expected and actual navigation paths.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the underlying data model or structure may have resulted in the navigation paths being altered, causing the error.
  User Error: The user may have selected an incorrect option or navigated incorrectly within the application.
  System Bugs: There may be bugs or issues within the SAP system that are causing the navigation paths to be misinterpreted.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the data collection set