How To Fix UGMD325 - Definition of characteristic &1 concerning hierarchies is ambiguous

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UGMD - FIN Master Data: Messages

• Message number: 325

• Message text: Definition of characteristic &1 concerning hierarchies is ambiguous

What causes this issue?

It is not possible to write and synchronize hierarchies correctly in all
systems unless the version-dependence and time-dependence settings of
all characteristics in the hierarchy agree in all connected systems.
The settings in the characteristic can also be overridden if a role is
assigned, when the role prescribes different settings for hierarchies.

System Response

It is probable that hierarchies cannot be written and synchronized
correctly.

How to fix this error?

Correct the settings of characteristic &v1& in the affected systems. You
can find more detailed information on the differences in the message
log. The characteristic properties should always be as prescribed by the
assigned roles.

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 UGMD325 - Definition of characteristic &1 concerning hierarchies is ambiguous ?

  The SAP error message UGMD325 indicates that there is an ambiguity in the definition of a characteristic concerning hierarchies. This typically occurs when there are multiple hierarchies defined for a characteristic, and the system cannot determine which one to use.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Hierarchies: The characteristic in question has more than one hierarchy defined, and the system cannot resolve which hierarchy to apply.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the characteristic settings or hierarchy definitions.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the characteristic or its hierarchies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Definitions:
  
  Go to the transaction code RSD1 (DataSource) or RSH1 (Hierarchy) to review the hierarchies defined for the characteristic.
  Ensure that there is a clear and unambiguous definition for the characteristic's hierarchies.
  
  
  
  Remove or Consolidate Hierarchies:
  
  If there are multiple hierarchies that are not needed, consider removing or consolidating them to eliminate ambiguity.
  
  
  
  Adjust Characteristic Settings:
  
  Review the settings of the characteristic in the InfoObject maintenance (transaction RSD1) to ensure that it is correctly configured to use the intended hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Issues:
  
  Investigate if there are any data inconsistencies that might be causing the ambiguity. This could involve checking the underlying data in the InfoProvider or the data source.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing hierarchies and characteristics.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the characteristic and its hierarchies to ensure that the error is resolved and that the desired functionality is achieved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSD1 for InfoObjects, RSH1 for hierarchies, and RSA1 for data modeling.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UGMD325 error and clarify the hierarchy definitions for the characteristic in question.