How To Fix 00884 - Cusr: Hierarchy error: A preceding level is initial

00884 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 00 -

• Message number: 884

• Message text: Cusr: Hierarchy error: A preceding level is initial

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00884 - Details

• The SAP error message "00884 Cusr: Hierarchy error: A preceding level is initial" typically occurs in the context of hierarchical data structures, such as when working with master data, organizational structures, or reporting hierarchies. This error indicates that there is an issue with the hierarchy where a level that is expected to have a value is instead empty or uninitialized.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: A parent node in the hierarchy is not filled in or is set to an initial value (e.g., blank or zero).
  Incorrect Hierarchy Structure: The hierarchy may not be properly defined, leading to inconsistencies in the data.
  Data Entry Errors: During data entry, a user may have skipped a required field or incorrectly filled in the hierarchy levels.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the hierarchy in the system, such as missing nodes or incorrect relationships.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Hierarchy Levels: Review the hierarchy structure to ensure that all parent nodes