How To Fix ANA_VIEW_DETAILS003 - Hierarchy field does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ANA_VIEW_DETAILS - Analytical View Data Details Messages

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Hierarchy field does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ANA_VIEW_DETAILS003 - Hierarchy field does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ANA_VIEW_DETAILS003 with the description "Hierarchy field does not exist" typically occurs in the context of SAP Analytics or when working with hierarchies in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specified hierarchy field in the data model or the query being executed.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Hierarchy Definition: The hierarchy field that is being referenced in the query or report does not exist in the underlying data model or InfoObject.
  Incorrect Query Design: The query may be incorrectly designed, referencing a hierarchy that has not been properly defined or activated.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model, such as renaming or deleting hierarchy fields, can lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to access the hierarchy or the underlying data can also trigger this error.
  Transport Issues: If the hierarchy was transported from one system to another, it may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Definition:
  
  Verify that the hierarchy field exists in the relevant InfoObject or data model. You can do this by navigating to the relevant InfoObject in the SAP BW or HANA modeling environment.
  Ensure that the hierarchy is active and properly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Query Design:
  
  Open the query in the Query Designer and check if the hierarchy field is correctly referenced.
  If the hierarchy has been renamed or deleted, update the query accordingly.
  
  
  
  Rebuild or Activate Hierarchy:
  
  If the hierarchy is missing, you may need to recreate it or activate it if it was previously deactivated.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the query has the necessary authorizations to access the hierarchy and the underlying data.
  
  
  
  Transport Validation:
  
  If the hierarchy was transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was transported successfully. You may need to re-transport the hierarchy if there were issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on hierarchy management and troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.