How To Fix 62870 - Assignment of higher-level building is cyclical

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 62 - Message Texts for Real Estate

• Message number: 870

• Message text: Assignment of higher-level building is cyclical

What causes this issue?

As a higher-level building or building part, you have specified one
that directly or indirectly refers back to itself.

System Response

The system does not accept the specified higher-level building.

How to fix this error?

Verify the hierarchical structure of the building assignments. Select a
building assignment that is not directly or indirectly cyclical.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 62870 - Assignment of higher-level building is cyclical ?

  The SAP error message 62870, "Assignment of higher-level building is cyclical," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Real Estate Management (RE) module or when dealing with hierarchical structures in SAP, such as buildings and spaces. This error indicates that there is a cyclical reference in the assignment of buildings or spaces, meaning that a building is being assigned to itself or there is a loop in the hierarchy.
  Cause:
  
  Cyclical Assignment: The most common cause is that a building or space is being assigned to a higher-level building that is already part of its own hierarchy. For example, if Building A is assigned to Building B, and Building B is also assigned back to Building A, this creates a cycle.
  Incorrect Hierarchical Structure: The hierarchical structure of buildings and spaces may not be set up correctly, leading to circular references.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can lead to incorrect assignments that create cycles.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Hierarchical Structure: Check the hierarchy of buildings and spaces to ensure that there are no circular references. You can do this by reviewing the assignments in the SAP system.
  Correct Assignments: If you identify a cyclical assignment, correct it by reassigning the buildings or spaces to eliminate the cycle. Ensure that each building is only assigned to a higher-level building that does not reference it back.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (like REOR or similar) to view and manage the building hierarchy.
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks to prevent cyclical assignments in the future. This can include setting up rules or using validation tools within SAP.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing building hierarchies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Best Practices: Consider training for users involved in data entry or management of building hierarchies to minimize the risk of cyclical assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 62870 and prevent it from occurring in the future.