How To Fix ACMDT_OBJSTATUS331 - PFCG mapping contains entity: &1 which is no hierarchy node view

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACMDT_OBJSTATUS - ACM: Messages for the Object-Status of Designtime-Objects

• Message number: 331

• Message text: PFCG mapping contains entity: &1 which is no hierarchy node view

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACMDT_OBJSTATUS331 - PFCG mapping contains entity: &1 which is no hierarchy node view ?

  The SAP error message ACMDT_OBJSTATUS331 indicates that there is an issue with the PFCG (Profile Generator) mapping in relation to a specific entity that is not recognized as a hierarchy node view. This error typically arises in the context of authorization management and role assignments in SAP systems.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Entity Mapping: The entity specified in the error message (&1) is not defined as a hierarchy node view in the system. This could happen if the entity is incorrectly configured or if it does not exist in the expected format.
  Role Configuration Issues: The role or profile that is being used may have been incorrectly set up, leading to a mismatch between the expected hierarchy structure and the actual configuration.
  Transport Issues: If the role was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport that led to missing or misconfigured entities.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Entity Configuration: Verify that the entity specified in the error message is correctly defined in the system. Ensure that it is set up as a hierarchy node view.
  Review Role Assignments: Go to transaction PFCG and check the role assignments. Ensure that the roles are correctly configured and that all necessary entities are included.
  Adjust Role Definitions: If the entity is not supposed to be a hierarchy node view, you may need to adjust the role definitions to remove or replace the invalid entity.
  Transport Validation: If the role was transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings. You may need to re-transport the role or manually adjust the configuration in the target system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to authorization management and PFCG for any specific guidelines or updates that may address this issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PFCG: Role maintenance and profile generation.
  SU01: User maintenance, where you can check user assignments to roles.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Authorization Concepts: Familiarize yourself with SAP's authorization concepts, including roles, profiles, and hierarchy node views, to better understand how to manage and troubleshoot these configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or Security team for further assistance, as they may have more insights into the specific configurations of your SAP environment.