How To Fix UGMD302 - No hierarchies are allowed for characteristic &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UGMD - FIN Master Data: Messages

• Message number: 302

• Message text: No hierarchies are allowed for characteristic &1

What causes this issue?

You defined hierarchy links (edges) for the field &V1&. However, the
field definition does not allow hierarchies.

System Response

Processing terminated.

How to fix this error?

Correct the customizing settings.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UGMD302 - No hierarchies are allowed for characteristic &1 ?

  The SAP error message UGMD302 "No hierarchies are allowed for characteristic &1" typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when you are trying to use a characteristic that does not support hierarchies in a certain context, such as in a query or report.
  Cause:
  
  Characteristic Definition: The characteristic you are trying to use is defined in a way that does not allow for hierarchies. This could be due to the settings in the InfoObject definition.
  Query Design: The query or report you are trying to execute may be attempting to use a hierarchy for a characteristic that is not configured to support it.
  Data Model: The data model may not have been set up to include hierarchies for that specific characteristic.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Settings:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance (transaction code RSD1) and check the settings for the characteristic in question. Ensure that the "Hierarchy" option is enabled if you intend to use hierarchies.
  
  
  
  Modify Query:
  
  If you are working with a query in BEx Query Designer, check the structure of the query. Ensure that you are not trying to use a hierarchy for a characteristic that does not support it. Remove any hierarchy references if they are not applicable.
  
  
  
  Update Data Model:
  
  If you need to use hierarchies for that characteristic, you may need to update the data model to include hierarchies. This may involve creating a new hierarchy or modifying existing ones.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the characteristic and its capabilities regarding hierarchies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the query or report again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP BW and InfoObjects to better understand how to configure characteristics and hierarchies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UGMD302 error and implement a solution to resolve it.