How To Fix UD337 - No next generalization exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UD - EDM - Enterprise Data Model

• Message number: 337

• Message text: No next generalization exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UD337 - No next generalization exists ?

  The SAP error message UD337 "No next generalization exists" typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when dealing with data modeling, particularly in the area of Business Information Warehouse (BW) or when working with InfoObjects and their hierarchies.
  Cause:
  The error message UD337 indicates that the system is unable to find a next level of generalization for a specific hierarchy or characteristic. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Hierarchy Levels: The hierarchy defined for the InfoObject may not have the next level defined or may be incomplete.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the InfoObject or its hierarchy might be incorrect, leading to the absence of expected generalization levels.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity, such as missing entries in the master data that are required for the hierarchy to function correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UD337 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code RSD1 (InfoObject maintenance) and check the hierarchy settings for the InfoObject in question.
  Ensure that the hierarchy levels are correctly defined and that there is a next level of generalization.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code RSD1 to check the master data for the InfoObject. Ensure that all necessary entries are present and that they are correctly linked to the hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Rebuild Hierarchies:
  
  If the hierarchy is corrupted or incomplete, consider rebuilding it. You can do this by deleting the existing hierarchy and creating a new one, ensuring that all levels are properly defined.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check if the transport included all necessary objects and configurations related to the InfoObject and its hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific InfoObject and hierarchy you are working with. There may be specific guidelines or known issues that can provide further insight.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may have additional insights or patches that can resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSD1 (InfoObject maintenance), RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), and RSH1 (Hierarchy maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the specific InfoObject or error message in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or fixes.
  Documentation: Review the SAP BW documentation for best practices on managing InfoObjects and hierarchies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the UD337 error in your SAP system.