How To Fix WXP757 - Unexpected internal status &1 in hierarchy table &2 in DB activation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WXP - Retail Planning

• Message number: 757

• Message text: Unexpected internal status &1 in hierarchy table &2 in DB activation

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WXP757 - Unexpected internal status &1 in hierarchy table &2 in DB activation ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WXP757 Unexpected internal status &1 in hierarchy table &2 in DB activation
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs during the activation of a database object (such as a view, table, or hierarchy) in the SAP system. The message indicates that the system encountered an unexpected or inconsistent internal status value in a hierarchy table during the database activation process.
  
  The internal status (&1) refers to a status code or flag that the system uses internally to track the state of the hierarchy or object.
  The hierarchy table (&2) is the database table that stores hierarchical data or metadata related to the object being activated.
  
  This inconsistency or unexpected status usually points to:
  
  Corruption or inconsistency in the hierarchy table data.
  Incomplete or failed previous activation attempts.
  Issues with the transport or import of objects.
  Problems in the underlying database or dictionary objects.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the exact status and table names
  
  Review the full error message to identify the exact internal status code and the hierarchy table involved.
  
  
  Analyze the hierarchy table data
  
  Use transaction SE11 or SE16/SE16N to inspect the contents of the hierarchy table (&2). Look for inconsistent or corrupted entries.
  
  
  Re-activate the object
  
  Try to re-activate the object (e.g., view, table, or hierarchy) in the ABAP Dictionary (transaction SE11). Sometimes, a simple reactivation can fix transient inconsistencies.
  
  
  Use report or tools to clean up
  
  SAP sometimes provides specific reports or tools to clean or reset hierarchy tables or related metadata. Check OSS notes or SAP support for any relevant tools.
  
  
  Check for OSS Notes
  
  Search the SAP Support Portal for OSS Notes related to message WXP757. There might be known bugs or patches available.
  
  
  Transport and system consistency
  
  If the object was transported from another system, verify that the transport was successful and consistent. Re-import if necessary.
  
  
  Database consistency check
  
  Run database consistency checks (e.g., DBACOCKPIT or database-specific tools) to ensure no corruption exists at the database level.
  
  
  SAP Support
  
  If the problem persists, collect detailed logs and open a support ticket with SAP, providing the full error message, system details, and steps to reproduce.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Message Class: WXP (related to SAP Web Dynpro or hierarchy processing)
  Common Context: This error often appears during activation of Web Dynpro components, hierarchy views, or complex dictionary objects.
  Transactions to use:  
  
  SE11 (ABAP Dictionary)  
  SE16/SE16N (Data Browser)  
  SE80 (Object Navigator)  
  DBACOCKPIT (Database Administration)  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check the SAP ONE Support Launchpad for notes related to WXP757 or the specific hierarchy table mentioned.
  
  
  If you provide the exact internal status code and hierarchy table name from the error message, I can help you with more targeted advice or SAP Notes references.