How To Fix AFWCH_PH028 - Deleting the deactivated portfolio hierarchy &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFWCH_PH - Analysis Framework: Portfolio Hierarchies

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Deleting the deactivated portfolio hierarchy &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AFWCH_PH028 - Deleting the deactivated portfolio hierarchy & ?

  The SAP error message AFWCH_PH028 typically occurs when there is an attempt to delete a deactivated portfolio hierarchy that is still being referenced or has dependencies in the system. This error is part of the SAP Portfolio Management module, which deals with managing portfolios of projects, products, or other entities.
  Cause:
  
  Deactivated Hierarchy: The portfolio hierarchy you are trying to delete is deactivated but still has references or dependencies in the system.
  Active References: There may be active objects (like projects or investments) that are still linked to the hierarchy.
  System Constraints: SAP has built-in constraints to prevent the deletion of objects that could lead to data integrity issues.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check References: Before attempting to delete the hierarchy, check for any active references or dependencies. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the portfolio hierarchy and checking for linked projects or investments.
  Using transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ03 (Project Display) to see if any projects are linked to the hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies: If there are active references, you will need to either deactivate or delete those references before you can delete the hierarchy. This may involve:
  
  Deactivating or archiving projects or investments linked to the hierarchy.
  Ensuring that no other objects are referencing the hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Transaction: Make sure you are using the correct transaction code for deleting the hierarchy. Typically, you would use APM_HIERARCHY or similar transactions for managing portfolio hierarchies.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific instructions related to your version of SAP, as the steps may vary slightly.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete the hierarchy. Lack of permissions can also lead to errors.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide more detailed insights based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing portfolio hierarchies, such as APM_HIERARCHY, CJ20N, and CJ03.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  System Logs: Review system logs for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.