How To Fix UD413 - & has no successors (Positions therefore cannot be maintained)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UD - EDM - Enterprise Data Model

• Message number: 413

• Message text: & has no successors (Positions therefore cannot be maintained)

What causes this issue?

You have called the function "Goto --> Display options" for a
data model that has no successor nodes.
The function can only be executed for models to which entity types or
data models have already been assigned.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UD413 - & has no successors (Positions therefore cannot be maintained) ?

  The SAP error message UD413 indicates that a position in the organizational structure does not have any successors, which means that the system cannot maintain or manage that position effectively. This error typically arises in the context of Organizational Management (OM) within SAP, where positions are linked to organizational units and employees.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Successors: The primary cause of this error is that the position in question does not have any successors defined in the system. In SAP, a successor is typically another position or employee that can take over responsibilities or roles when the current position is vacant or filled by someone else.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the organizational structure, such as missing links between positions or organizational units.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be data integrity issues where the position data is incomplete or incorrectly maintained.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Successors: 
  
  Navigate to the position in the Organizational Management module.
  Check the details of the position and ensure that successors are defined. You can do this by going to the position's details and adding successors as needed.
  
  
  
  Check Organizational Structure:
  
  Review the organizational structure to ensure that all positions and units are correctly linked and that there are no gaps in the hierarchy.
  Use transaction codes like PPOME (Change Organizational Structure) to visualize and edit the structure.
  
  
  
  Data Maintenance:
  
  Ensure that all relevant data for the position is correctly maintained. This includes checking for any missing attributes or links to other organizational elements.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant to ensure that the data is complete and accurate.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the position maintenance functionality to ensure that the error no longer appears and that you can maintain the position as required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PPOME, PO13 (Maintain Position), and PPOSE (Display Organizational Structure) for managing positions and organizational units.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions that may be specific to your version of SAP.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Organizational Management for best practices in maintaining positions and organizational structures.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Organizational Management.