How To Fix SS072 - Cannot generate IMG: There are new nodes in hierarchy...

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SS - Integration IMG - function model - SAP analyzer

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Cannot generate IMG: There are new nodes in hierarchy...

What causes this issue?

New business application components have been added to the hierarchy.

System Response

Nodes with new subnodes are colored yellow. New nodes are colored red.
To ensure your Enterprise IMG and Project IMGs are generated correctly,
you must either select or deselect each new node. When you have done
this they will no longer appear colored. To prevent inconsistencies,
the system will not let you generate IMGs while there are still yellow
or red nodes.

How to fix this error?

To select or deselect a node, place the cursor in the line concerned
and choose "Select" (or use the checkbox).
To select or deselect a whole subtree in the structure, place the
cursor on the top node of the subtree and click the checkbox. If you
have already deselected this top node but it contains subnodes that
have not been deselected, click the checkbox twice.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SS072 - Cannot generate IMG: There are new nodes in hierarchy... ?

  The SAP error message SS072, which states "Cannot generate IMG: There are new nodes in hierarchy," typically occurs when there are changes in the structure of the Implementation Guide (IMG) hierarchy that have not been properly processed or updated in the system. This can happen due to various reasons, such as changes made to the IMG structure, missing authorizations, or inconsistencies in the system.
  Cause:
  
  New Nodes in Hierarchy: The error indicates that there are new nodes (or entries) in the IMG hierarchy that the system is unable to process.
  Incomplete IMG Generation: The IMG structure may not have been fully generated or updated after changes were made.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or generate the IMG.
  System Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the system that prevent the IMG from being generated correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SS072 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check for New Nodes:
  
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the IMG and check if there are any new nodes that need to be processed.
  If new nodes have been added, ensure that they are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Generate IMG:
  
  Use transaction code SIMG to regenerate the IMG. This can help in updating the hierarchy and resolving any inconsistencies.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SPRO and navigate to the "SAP Reference IMG" to regenerate the structure.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the IMG. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the IMG using transaction SIMG or other relevant tools to identify and resolve any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the changes were made in a development environment, ensure that the transport requests containing the changes have been properly released and imported into the target environment.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that can resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO: Access the SAP Reference IMG.
  SIMG: Generate or access the IMG.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for the latest SAP Notes related to IMG generation issues, as they may provide specific fixes or workarounds.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for IMG configuration and management to ensure best practices are being followed.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.